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Batata Frita com Bacon e Cheddar

Crispy double fried potatoes topped with warm melted cheddar cheese sauce and crunchy bacon pieces. A iconic Brazilian snack bar favorite perfect for sharing with friends.

45 minMediumServes 4650 cal/serving

BrazilianAppetizerStovetopStandardHigh FiberGluten-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

  • 3 lbs Russet potatoes, cut into fries
  • 4 cups vegetable oil
  • 8 slices bacon, chopped
  • 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/4 cup green onions, thinly sliced
  • 1 tsp fine salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Fry 8 slices chopped bacon in a skillet over medium heat until crisp and an internal temperature of 160°F is reached, then drain on paper towels.

  2. 2

    Heat 4 cups vegetable oil in a deep pot over medium heat until it reaches 325°F.

  3. 3

    Soak and dry 3 lbs cut into fries Russet potatoes, then fry in batches for 5 minutes without browning and drain.

  4. 4

    Increase oil temperature to 375°F and fry Russet potatoes a second time until golden brown and crisp, then season with 1 tsp fine salt.

  5. 5

    Warm 1/2 cup heavy cream in a saucepan over low heat, add 2 cups shredded cheddar cheese, and stir until melted into a smooth sauce.

  6. 6

    Pour the cheese sauce over the fries, then top with bacon and garnish with 1/4 cup thinly sliced green onions.

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Questions

How hot should the oil be for Batata Frita com Bacon e Cheddar?

For Batata Frita com Bacon e Cheddar, the target internal temperature is 160 F (about 70 C), given in step 1. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork. The target internal temperature is 325 F (about 165 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork. The frying oil is held at 375 F (about 190 C) in step 4. Hotter scorches the outside before the inside cooks, and cooler turns it greasy.

How do I know when Batata Frita com Bacon e Cheddar is done?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 4: cook until golden brown and crisp. Step 5: cook until melted into a smooth sauce. A reading of 160 F on a thermometer settles it.

Is there a substitute for heavy cream in Batata Frita com Bacon e Cheddar?

The entry for Batata Frita com Bacon e Cheddar calls for 1/2 cup heavy cream. In its place: In sauces and soups, use half-and-half with a teaspoon of cornstarch per cup, or evaporated milk. Neither will whip.

Can I use turkey bacon instead of bacon in Batata Frita com Bacon e Cheddar?

Yes. Turkey bacon renders almost no fat, so add a tablespoon of oil wherever the method counts on the drippings. As written, the entry for Batata Frita com Bacon e Cheddar uses 8 slices bacon, chopped.

How do I store and reheat Batata Frita com Bacon e Cheddar?

Refrigerate what is left of Batata Frita com Bacon e Cheddar within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it. Potatoes turn grainy in the freezer, so keep this one in the refrigerator.

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