Description
Loaded Shrimp Queso Fries are crispy golden fries topped with seasoned shrimp, creamy queso cheese sauce, fresh toppings, and bold Tex-Mex flavors for the ultimate indulgent appetizer or meal.
Ingredients
- 1 bag (28 oz) frozen French fries
- 1 lb large shrimp, peeled and deveined
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons butter
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 cup milk
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 1/2 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/4 cup sliced jalapeños
- 1/4 cup sour cream
- 2 tablespoons chopped cilantro
- 2 green onions, sliced
Instructions
- Cook French fries according to package instructions until crispy and golden.
- In a bowl, season shrimp with paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, and salt.
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
- Cook shrimp for 2-3 minutes per side until pink and fully cooked. Set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt butter over medium heat.
- Whisk in flour and cook for 1 minute.
- Slowly whisk in milk until smooth and slightly thickened.
- Stir in shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
- Arrange cooked fries on a serving platter.
- Top fries with cooked shrimp and pour queso sauce evenly over the top.
- Add diced tomatoes, jalapeños, sour cream, green onions, and cilantro.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
- Use freshly shredded cheese for the smoothest queso sauce.
- Add hot sauce or cayenne pepper for extra spice.
- Sweet potato fries can be substituted for a different flavor.
- Serve immediately to keep fries crispy.
- Great as a game-day appetizer or casual dinner.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex