Crab Fries Recipe

Crispy homemade fries topped with a creamy cheese sauce and real lump crab meat. Rich, savory, and perfect for sharing, this is my go-to recipe when I want next-level fries at home.

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Prep Time 1

Cook Time 45

Total Time 1 45

Servings: 4 People

Course: Appetizer, Fried Snacks, Side Dish

Cuisine: American, Seafood

Calories: 410

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

Homemade Fries

Amount Unit Name Notes

4 Russet potatoes Medium skin on
2 cups Vegetable oil For frying
1 tsp Garlic salt
1 tsp Paprika
1 tsp Cajun seasoning Adjust to taste

Crab Cheese Sauce

Amount Unit Name Notes

2 tbsp Butter Unsalted
2 tbsp All-purpose flour
1 ½ cups Whole milk Warm
1 cup White cheddar cheese Shredded
1 can 4 oz Lump crab meat Drained
1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
1 cup Yellow cheddar cheese For topping
optional Green onions Garnish

Equipment

1 Cast iron skillet For frying the fries
1 Saucepan For cheese sauce
1 Baking dish Oven-safe
1 Baking sheet Lined with paper towels
1 Slotted spoon Removing fries from oil
1 Whisk Smooth cheese sauce
1 Kitchen thermometer Oil temperature

Method

Step 1

Wash the russet potatoes with the skin on, then cut them into wedges and slice into even fry strips.

Step 2

Place the potatoes in a large bowl of cold water and soak for at least 1 hour to remove excess starch.

Step 3

Drain the potatoes and dry them completely using paper towels.

Step 4

Heat vegetable oil in a cast iron skillet to 350°F.

Step 5

Fry the potatoes in batches for 8–10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

Step 6

Remove fries from oil and place on a paper towel-lined baking sheet. Season immediately with garlic salt, paprika, and cajun seasoning.

Step 7

In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter.

Step 8

Whisk in the flour and cook until a smooth paste forms.

Step 9

Slowly add the warm milk while whisking continuously until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 10

Stir in the white cheddar cheese until fully melted and smooth.

Step 11

Gently fold in the lump crab meat and Old Bay seasoning.

Step 12

Spread the fries evenly in a baking dish and pour the crab cheese sauce over the top.

Step 13

Sprinkle the yellow cheddar cheese evenly on top.

Step 14

Bake in a 375°F oven for 15–20 minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.

Step 15

Remove from the oven, garnish with green onions if desired, and serve immediately.

Notes

I always recommend drying the fries really well before frying because moisture causes oil splatter and soggy fries. Freshly shredded cheese melts better than pre-shredded, and lump crab meat gives the best balance of flavor and texture for this recipe.