Spicy Baked Curly Fries: Easy ‘Fast Food’ at Home!

Curly Fries aren’t just for dining out anymore. This spicy baked version is EASY to make at home. Tasty and a healthier option than frying too. 

French fries, and cut potatoes of most varieties, are very popular in my household.

I can usually count on a pretty excited reception when they are paired with any main dish recipe.

We love making roasted potatoes or simple homemade oven fries but it’s Spicy Baked Curly Fries that are always a win.

Diners love them and so do I since they are easy, fun and baked for a healthier end result.

Spicy Baked Curly Fries

Frying isn’t the only way to create a delicious result everyone will love!

When baking Curly Fries, the potatoes emerge with a nice firm texture, some crunchy bits and are easy to eat with fingers or forks.

They can be dipped in sauce (homemade ketchup is great or some barbecue sauce), or eaten as is.

Curly Fries are a fun and easy side dish to make, and they are fast to cook!

Ingredients in Curly Fries

Curly fries are a perfect example of how the right combination of wholesome ingredients can create a simple dish that wow!

Here are the ingredients:

• Russet Potatoes
• Olive Oil
• Spices

These are probably in your pantry right now!

Spices for these Curly Fries

The first time I made Spicy Baked Curly Fries, I made several batches, playing with the seasonings until I really loved the flavor.

Smoked hot paprika is a spice I love to use to add both some heat and an smoky, earthy flavor. 

TIP: If you prefer less spiciness, regular smoked paprika may be substituted.

Onion powder and garlic powder give a pop of flavor along with kosher salt.

How to Make Curly Fries

These curly fries are made using a Spiralizer.

It’s an inexpensive kitchen tool that is very versatile for making noodles out of vegetables and fruits.

I first spiralized sweet potatoes for a tasty and healthy soup, Skinny Chicken and Sweet Potato Noodle Soup, giving me the idea for this curly fries recipe!

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
2. Line two large baking sheets with sides with parchment paper or foil (with dull side up). Spray with non-stick cooking spray.
3. Process the potatoes with a Spiralizer ¼-inch or 5mm blade into a large mixing bowl. Note: the long spirals may be left intact or cut into smaller lengths as desired. (photos 1 and 2)
4. Combine the spices into a small bowl and mix together. (photo 3)
5. Drizzle the potatoes with the olive oil and spices; toss with your hands to coat.
6. Divide potatoes between the two prepared pans and spread them out to be a single layer only.
7. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes, flip the potatoes over and bake an additional 10 minutes (NOTE: check after 5 minutes after flipping them so they do not over brown). If baking both pans at once, switch the pans in the oven (location) after flipping the potatoes. (photo 4)
8. Serve hot.

The Spiralizer I Use

I often receive emails about which Spiralizer I use.

There are many brands of Sprializers and this is the Spiralizer model (3-blade basic) I personally use.

What to Serve with Curly Fries

Curly Fries are great on their own but can also be added to other dishes for a full meal.

My recommendation for a great combination?

Perfect with a Classic Burger. This Ultimate Burger Grill Guide gives loads of options.

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Spiralizer Spicy Baked Curly Fries Recipe

Making curly fries at home is a cinch with a spiralizer. It takes mere minutes to prepare the potatoes for baking. Baking the fries versus deep frying them allows a healthier option too!

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Keyword curly fries, spiralizer potato fries

Prep Time 5 minutes

Cook Time 20 minutes

Total Time 25 minutes

Servings 4 Serves 4 as a large shared appetizer or 4 side servings

Calories 154 kcal

Author Toni Dash

Ingredients

• 1 pound Russet Potatoes (approximately 2 medium-large potatoes), scrubbed (do not peel)
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
• 1 teaspoon Hot Smoked Paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon Onion Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1 teaspoon Kosher Salt

Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 425 degrees F. 

2. Line two large baking sheets with sides with parchment paper or foil (with dull side up). Spray with non-stick cooking spray.

3. Process the potatoes with a spiralizer ¼-inch or 5mm blade into a large mixing bowl. Note: the long spirals may be left intact or cut into smaller lengths as desired

4. Combine the spices into a small bowl and mix together. 

5. Drizzle the potatoes with the olive oil and spices; toss with your hands to coat. 

6. Divide potatoes between the two prepared pans and spread them out to be a single layer only.

7. Bake in the oven for 10 minutes, flip the potatoes over and bake an additional 10 minutes (check after 5 minutes after flipping them so they do not over brown). NOTE: If baking both pans at once, switch the pans in the oven (location) after flipping the potatoes. 

8. Serve hot.

Recipe Video

Nutrition Facts

Spiralizer Spicy Baked Curly Fries Recipe

Amount Per Serving

Calories 154 Calories from Fat 63

% Daily Value*

Total Fat 7g 11%

Saturated Fat 1g 5%

Cholesterol 0mg 0%

Sodium 587mg 24%

Potassium 484mg 14%

Total Carbohydrates 21g 7%

Dietary Fiber 1g 4%

Sugars 0g

Protein 2g 4%

Vitamin A 4.9%

Vitamin C 7.8%

Calcium 1.5%

Iron 6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Originally published January 12, 2017; updated February 2019.