Description
Get ready to indulge in a flavor explosion with our mouthwatering Loaded Bacon BBQ Pulled Pork Fries! This decadent dish takes crispy golden fries and piles them high with tender, saucy pulled pork, melted cheddar cheese, and crispy bacon bits. It’s a taste sensation that’s sure to satisfy your cravings for comfort food and barbecue goodness. Whether you’re hosting a game day gathering or just craving an over-the-top snack, these loaded fries are the ultimate crowd-pleaser.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs pulled pork, cooked and shredded – The star of the show! Slow-cooked pulled pork infused with your favorite barbecue sauce.
- 1 cup BBQ sauce – Adds a sweet, tangy, and smoky essence to the pork.
- 1 large bag frozen French fries – Crispy, golden-brown fries provide the perfect base.
- 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese – Melted cheese binds all the toppings together.
- 8 slices bacon, cooked and crumbled – Crispy bacon bits add a delightful crunch and salty flavor.
- ½ cup sliced green onions – Provides a fresh, oniony contrast to the rich toppings.
- ¼ cup sour cream – Adds a cool, creamy element to balance the bold flavors.
- 1 tsp smoked paprika – Lends a subtle smoky note and vibrant color.
- Salt and pepper to taste – Season to perfection.
Instructions
Preheat Oven
Begin by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). This high heat will ensure your fries get perfectly crispy and golden-brown.
Cook the Fries
Prepare the frozen French fries according to the package instructions, baking them until they’re deliciously crispy. You want them to be just shy of your desired level of crispness, as they’ll be going back in the oven for a bit longer.
Mix the Pulled Pork
In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded pulled pork with the BBQ sauce. Stir until the pork is evenly coated in the tangy, sweet sauce.
Layer the Fries
Once the fries are cooked, spread them out in an even layer on a large baking sheet, ready to be loaded up with toppings.
Add the Toppings
Start by evenly distributing the BBQ pulled pork over the fries. Next, sprinkle the shredded cheddar cheese and crumbled bacon over the top, ensuring every fry is covered in cheesy, bacony goodness.
Bake to Perfection
Return the loaded fries to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted and bubbly.
Garnish and Serve
Remove the loaded fries from the oven and drizzle them with the sour cream. Sprinkle the sliced green onions over the top and finish with a light dusting of smoked paprika. Serve hot and enjoy every bite of this indulgent, flavor-packed dish!
Notes
The beauty of these loaded fries is that you can easily customize them to suit your taste preferences. Consider adding diced jalapeños for heat, swapping sour cream for guacamole, or using sweet BBQ sauce for a different flavor profile. For a vegetarian option, try using shredded jackfruit or sautéed mushrooms in place of the pulled pork.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Comfort Food
- Method: Oven
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of the recipe
- Calories: 800 kcal
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1200mg
- Fat: 45g
- Saturated Fat: 18g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 70g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 40g
- Cholesterol: 90mg