Taco Bell Inspired35 min48% less fatTaco Bell Air-Fried Loaded Nacho Fries
Seasoned crispy fries made in the air fryer, loaded with lean beef, nacho cheese, and a squeeze of lime — the fry-taco mashup without the deep-fry oil.
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Nutrition facts
Per serving — 4 servings total
- Calories
- 326 kcal
- Protein
- 15g protein
- Carbs
- 39g carbs
- Fat
- 12g fat
- Sugar
- 2g sugar
- Sodium
- 756mg sodium
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- 1.5 lb
- as needed
- 1 tsp
- 1/2 tsp
- 1/2 tsp
- 1/2 tsp
- 1/2 lb
- 1 tbsp
- 1/2 cup
- 4
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Ingredients
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- 1.5 lb
- as needed
- 1 tsp
- 1/2 tsp
- 1/2 tsp
- 1/2 tsp
- 1/2 lb
- 1 tbsp
- 1/2 cup
- 4
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Steps
- 1Soak cut potatoes in cold water for 20 minutes, then pat completely dry.
- 2Toss fries with a light spray of oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
- 3Air-fry at 400°F (200°C) for 16-18 minutes, shaking the basket halfway, until crisp and golden.
- 4While fries cook, brown the ground beef with taco seasoning in a skillet, 5-6 minutes.
- 5Pile the hot fries onto a platter, top with seasoned beef and warm nacho cheese sauce.
- 6Finish with a squeeze of lime just before serving.
Tips
- Soaking the raw fries removes excess starch for a crispier air-fry result.
- Swap beef for black beans for a vegetarian version.
Ingredients
0 of 10 checked off
- 1.5 lb
- as needed
- 1 tsp
- 1/2 tsp
- 1/2 tsp
- 1/2 tsp
- 1/2 lb
- 1 tbsp
- 1/2 cup
- 4
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Steps
- 1Soak cut potatoes in cold water for 20 minutes, then pat completely dry.
- 2Toss fries with a light spray of oil, chili powder, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt.
- 3Air-fry at 400°F (200°C) for 16-18 minutes, shaking the basket halfway, until crisp and golden.
- 4While fries cook, brown the ground beef with taco seasoning in a skillet, 5-6 minutes.
- 5Pile the hot fries onto a platter, top with seasoned beef and warm nacho cheese sauce.
- 6Finish with a squeeze of lime just before serving.
Tips
- Soaking the raw fries removes excess starch for a crispier air-fry result.
- Swap beef for black beans for a vegetarian version.
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