Oven Baked Garlic Fries

These Garlic Fries are incredibly flavorful and downright addicting. Cornstarch is our secret weapon for the perfect texture without needing to deep fry. Hot and crispy out of the oven, this steak fries recipe makes the perfect snack or side dish!

 

Garlic Fries

Hot, crispy fries are always a favorite, but they’re even tastier when homemade from scratch!

And even better than that is baking them in the oven so you’re not left with splatters on your counters and a pot full of oil.

This steak fries recipe is one that I developed years and years ago when Munchkin was tiny, and it’s still a family favorite.

The amount of garlic may seem overwhelming at first, but I promise the flavor is just right when they’re done.

I love to dunk my garlic fries in ranch dressing — it’s the perfect tangy, cool complement to these savory potato wedges.

Did you know you can make fries out of just about any vegetable? It’s true — sweet potatoes, carrots, even zucchini… or apples if you want something sweet!

Once you make fries from scratch, you’ll never want takeout or frozen again.

Ingredient Notes and Substitutions

• Potatoes – Russet potatoes are the standard choice for any steak fries recipe because they crisp up nicely while staying soft and fluffy on the inside.
  
  The best substitute would be fingerling potatoes, but the texture will be a bit different.
  
• Olive Oil & Garlic – Use extra virgin for this garlic fries recipe, which can withstand the high heat of the oven. Avocado oil is a good substitute.
  
  Warm the two together, then use the garlic and oil mixture to flavor the fries and grease your baking sheet!
  
• Cornstarch – This is what helps oven baked steak fries crisp up on the outside since they aren’t going into a hot fryer.
  
  You can use cornflour or arrowroot powder if needed.
  
• Seasonings – Salt and pepper are a must, but I like to add some garlic powder and cayenne powder too.
  
  Coarse sea salt has the best texture — it won’t absorb into the potatoes like table salt will.

Tips and Tricks to Make Garlic French Fries from Scratch

• Slice wedges to similar thickness and length.

This guarantees that your garlic fries cook evenly. Your slices won’t be perfect, especially if your potatoes have a funky shape, but just do your best!

• Use double the garlic for maximum flavor.

Coat potato wedges with garlic-infused olive oil before steaming, then season with garlic powder while they’re still hot. The spuds will absorb it better that way.

And don’t forget the salt! It enhances flavors, which is why it’s essential for seasoning any savory dish.

• Steam, then bake — and don’t crowd the pan.

Steaming the potato wedges in the microwave first cuts down on baking time and keeps the center from drying out.

And since they’re already coated in garlic oil, they’ll absorb the flavor even more!

Once they’re translucent around the edges (that means they look a little “glassy”), it’s time to season and get them onto a baking sheet.

Be sure to flip them halfway with tongs or a spatula so they brown and crisp on both sides.

Prep Ahead

• Slice potatoes into wedges
• Preheat oven to 450°F

Kitchen Tools You Will Need

• Rimmed Baking Sheet – Used for anything from cookies to roasting, a good baking pan will last for years.
• Quality Knives and a big solid Cutting Board make prepping a breeze and are well worth the investment.
• Microwave-Safe Bowl – Not only can you quickly steam vegetables, but it makes melting chocolate easier too!

Serving Suggestions

Dish up garlic french fries while they’re hot with your favorite dipping sauce! I love ketchup or ranch, but a simple aioli (a mixture of mayo, lemon juice, and garlic) would be perfect too.

Oven baked steak fries go with just about anything, from burgers and hot dogs to chicken and even fish.

You could also enjoy a big plate as a snack… I won’t tell!

Storing and Reheating Oven Baked Steak Fries

Once cool, transfer leftover garlic french fries to an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for 3-4 days or in the freezer for a month or two.

For freezing, you’ll get better results if you flash-freeze them first. Spread them in a single layer on a separate (cooled) baking sheet and freeze for an hour or two, until firm.

Then, transfer to a storage bag or container.

Reheat in the oven or air fryer to get them hot and crispy again! You can bake homemade garlic fries from frozen — just leave them in a bit longer.

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Enjoy!
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Oven Baked Garlic Fries

Donna Elick

Oven Baked Garlic Fries are fabulous, flavorful, and oh so crispy. Served with ranch dressing, they're the perfect snack or side dish!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 40 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Course Side Dish

Cuisine American

Method Oven

Servings 4

Equipment

• mixing bowls
• rimmed baking sheet

Ingredients

 

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• ▢ 8 garlic cloves, minced
• ▢ 6 tablespoons olive oil, extra virgin
• ▢ 1 1/2 pounds russet potatoes, cut into wedges
• ▢ 4 tablespoons cornstarch/cornflour
• ▢ 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse sea salt
• ▢ 1 1/2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
• ▢ 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
• ▢ 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

 

• Preheat oven to 450° F.
• Combine the garlic and oil in a large bowl, warming it in the microwave until the garlic is fragrant, about 1 minute. Transfer 5 tablespoons of the oil (leaving the garlic in the bowl) to the baking sheet, coating it well.
• Add the potatoes to the bowl with the garlic mixture and toss to coat.
• Wrap the bowl tightly in plastic wrap and microwave on high power until the potatoes are translucent around the edges, 3 to 6 minutes, shaking the bowl to redistribute the potatoes halfway through cooking.
• Combine the cornstarch, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and cayenne in a small bowl. Sprinkle over the hot potatoes and toss well to coat.
• Arrange the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet.
• Bake, turning once, until deep golden brown and crisp, 30 to 40 minutes. Serve with your favorite condiment.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 363cal | Carbohydrates: 41g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 21g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 883mg | Sugar: 1g | Fiber: 3g | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 2mg

All nutritional information is based on third party calculations and is only an estimate. Each recipe’s nutritional value will vary depending on the ingredients used, measuring methods, and portion sizes.

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Originally published September 2011, updated and republished May 2024

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