Kapsalon

Name: Kapsalon
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Dutch
Ingredients: 1 lb frozen french fries; 1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced; 1 tsp ground cumin; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp salt; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 1 cup shredded Gouda cheese; 1 cup iceberg lettuce, shredded; 1/4 cup mayonnaise; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tsp sambal oelek (chili paste)

The Dutch late-night snack of crisp fries piled with spiced sliced beef, melted Gouda, shredded lettuce, and a garlic mayonnaise with chili. It is a hot, loaded meal built on one plate.

45 minEasyServes 4720 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1 lb frozen french fries
1 lb beef sirloin, thinly sliced
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp smoked paprika
1 tsp garlic powder
1/2 tsp salt
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 cup shredded Gouda cheese
1 cup iceberg lettuce, shredded
1/4 cup mayonnaise
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tsp sambal oelek (chili paste)

Instructions

1

Preheat the oven to 425F. Spread 1 lb frozen french fries in one layer on a sheet pan and bake 20 to 25 minutes, turning once, until crisp.
2

Toss 1 lb thinly sliced beef sirloin with 1 tsp ground cumin, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp garlic powder, and 1/2 tsp salt.
3

Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a skillet over high heat. Cook the beef 2 to 3 minutes, until browned. Check the thickest piece with an instant-read thermometer; it should reach 145F.
4

Stir 1/4 cup mayonnaise, 2 cloves minced garlic, and 2 tsp sambal oelek (chili paste) together in a small bowl to make the garlic sauce.
5

Pile the hot fries on an oven-safe plate, top with the beef, and cover with 1 cup shredded Gouda cheese. Broil 1 to 2 minutes until melted.
6

Top with 1 cup shredded iceberg lettuce and drizzle with the garlic sauce. Serve right away.

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Questions

What temperature do I cook Kapsalon at?

For Kapsalon, the oven is set to 425 F (about 220 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 25 minutes, in step 1. The target internal temperature is 145 F (about 65 C), given in step 3. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Do I need any special equipment for Kapsalon?

Beyond a knife and a board, the method uses a probe thermometer (step 3) and a sheet pan (step 1).

Is there a substitute for sambal oelek in Kapsalon?

The entry for Kapsalon calls for 2 tsp sambal oelek (chili paste). In its place: Sriracha or any plain chili-garlic sauce works, measure for measure. Crushed red pepper flakes soaked in a little vinegar also do the job.

How hot is Kapsalon?

Yes, it is properly hot. The heat in Kapsalon comes from 2 tsp sambal oelek (chili paste). For a milder plate, start with half the sambal and add more to taste at the end; nothing else in the method changes. For more, add it at the table rather than in the pot, so everyone sets their own level.

Can I make Kapsalon dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Kapsalon is 1 cup shredded Gouda cheese. Swap the cheese for a plant-based melting cheese (expect a milder flavor). The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

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