Fiery Fries: Loaded Chili Cheese Fries Drizzled with a Spicy Rum Sauce

Fries should not just have to play second fiddle to burgers. Not on our watch. Let’s elevate our humble spud friends to star status with a fiery take that’s bound to get the party in your mouth started. Say hello to Fiery Fries: loaded chilli cheese fries with a cheeky splash of spicy rum sauce. This dish is about turning up the heat and throwing in a shot of bold flavour.

Spicing Up the Spuds

First things first, grab yourself a hefty batch of your favourite potatoes. You want them chunky and crispy, perfect for holding all the saucy goodness we’re about to pile on. Cut them into hearty wedges or sticks, toss them in a bit of oil, and season with a pinch of salt and paprika. Roast these in a hot oven until they’re golden and crispy, about 25 minutes at 220°C. While those are getting all toasty, let’s sort out the rum sauce.

Rum Sauce

What’s better than rum? Rum in a sauce, that’s what. For this spicy sauce, you’ll need:

• 30 ml Captain Morgan dark rum, just enough to bring a warm depth without overpowering.
• A splash of lime juice for a bit of zest.
• A teaspoon of brown sugar to balance the heat.
• A good few dashes of your favourite hot sauce, depending on how brave you’re feeling.

Gently warm the rum in a small saucepan without letting it boil. Dissolve the brown sugar into it, then whisk in the lime juice and hot sauce. Let it simmer for a minute until it becomes a glossy, delectable drizzle. Set that aside, and let’s get on to the cheese.

No loaded fry scenario would be complete without a mountain of cheese and a hearty dollop of chilli. Cook up a quick chilli using minced meat (or keep it veggie with beans and peppers), onions, and plenty of chilli powder. Let it simmer until it’s rich and thick. Grate a generous amount of cheddar cheese—the meltier, the better.

Assembling the Dish

Now, for the assembly, take those perfectly roasted spuds and lay them out on a heat-proof dish. Spoon the hot chilli all over them, followed by a mountain of grated cheddar. Finally, load your spicy rum sauce. Finish with a garnish of chopped spring onions, a scattering of jalapeños for those who dare, and a side of sour cream or peanut sauce to cool the palate.

There you have it—Fiery Fries that are bold in flavour and spirit.