Loaded Kimchi Fries

Crispy fries piled high with bold kimchi and savory toppings for a fun, flavor-packed twist on a classic comfort dish.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour
Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 3 large russet potatoes
• 3 tbsps. olive oil
• 2 tsps. Korean chili powder or paprika (optional)
• Salt and pepper
• 2 slices bacon, chopped*
• 2/3 cup Classic Kimchi
• 1 small onion, sliced
• 2 tsps. sugar
• 1-2 cups of cheddar cheese, shredded
• 1 scallion, chopped

Instructions

• Preheat oven to 450°F.
• Cut the potatoes into fries and place on a baking sheet. Toss with the olive oil, Korean chili powder (or paprika), and salt and pepper to taste.
• Bake for 45 minutes, flipping fries over once or twice while cooking. Meanwhile, prep your toppings.
• In a pan over medium heat, cook the bacon until crisp. Remove from the pan and set aside.
• Add the Classic Kimchi to the bacon fat* in the pan along with the sliced onion and sugar.
• Stir until caramelized, 10 minutes.
• In a baking dish or directly on the baking sheet, sprinkle half the cheese over the fries.
• Spread the kimchi mixture over that, and then top with the last of the cheese.
• Broil for 1-2 minutes until cheese is melted. Garnish with scallions.
• Enjoy!