This copycat recipe of the famous Gordon-Biersch garlic fries couldn’t be easier to make at home, plus they can be cooked in the oven or the air fryer.
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At first I didn’t even see them. I could just smell them. The punch to my olfactory sense with their intoxicating aroma literally had me twisting in my seat, cranking my head like Linda Blair in the Exorcist, searching for where that heavenly garlic scent was coming from.
This was many years ago at an L.A. Lakers game, and someone a row behind me and a few seats down was busy digging into what I soon discovered as the famous Gordon-Biersch garlic fries.
I’d never even heard of Gordon-Biersch before, but that certainly didn’t stop me from seeking out the concession stand where my husband and I joyfully purchased a few frosty beverages and our first batch of garlic fries that what would later become our Laker-game-going ritual.
But the best part of this story is that you don’t need to wait ’til game day to make this copycat recipe for Gordon-Biersch rosemary garlic fries at home. I figured out how to do it at home in 15 minutes, using either your air fryer or oven.
Heidi’s Tips for Recipe Success
- I’ve made these garlic fries in both the air fryer and in the oven and they turn out equally good every time and are cooked in just 15-20 minutes.
- Instead of mincing the garlic for these fries, I use my favorite garlic press to create a creamier garlic paste, avoiding the sharp bitter bites of raw garlic bits.
- I don’t recommend using olive oil in place of canola oil in this recipe since it has a much stronger flavor. A neutral flavored oil like canola is ideal.
What’s in This Recipe?
- Alexia House Cut Fries with Sea Salt โ Using Alexia Foods frozen fries makes it easy to create on a whim for a snack or appetizer. By keeping a bag on hand in the freezer and then adding staples I pretty much always have on hand (oil, garlic, herbs, salt and pepper)ย I can have these babiesย ready to devour in 20 minutes.
- Oil โ Use a neutral flavored oil like canola (my preference), vegetable or grapeseed oil.
- Garlic โ These fries are not for the faint of heart. This garlic fries recipe uses real, raw garlicโnot garlic powder or garlic saltโto give its signature, intense garlic flavor.
- Fresh herbs โ Fresh rosemary and parsley round out the flavor of the french fries and pair perfectly with the intense garlic flavor.
- Kosher salt and pepper โ A must, always.
How to Make Garlic Fries
The full recipe, with amounts, can be found in the recipe card below.
- Bake the fries as instructed. The Alexia House Cut Fries crisp up in about 15 minutes and need to be tossed at the halfway point to ensure even cooking.
- Infuse the oil. After pressing the garlic, I combine it with a neutral flavored oil, kosher salt, and the minced rosemary. I’ll usually let this sit while the fries bake, but the longer the garlic and rosemary infuse, the more flavor the mixture imparts.
- Flavor those fries. Quickly transfer the hot fries to a large bowl and add the infused garlic oil to the fries. You can start by adding half of the mixture, but if you’re like me, you’ll end up dumping the whole amount on anyway and never have anyone question why. Season with salt and pepper and then add parsley and more rosemary if desired.
Heidi’s Tip: Want to air fry these garlic french fries? Simply cook the fries in the air fryer at 400ยฐF for 15-20 minutes and then toss with the garlic and oil mixture as directed above. Easy as that!
FAQs
You can whisk together the garlic oil mixture ahead of time and keep it in the fridge until you’re ready to use it.
But the fries are best enjoyed fresh from the oven or air fryer, so wait until you’re ready to eat to bake them.
I’ve only ever made these with the Alexia house cut fries. I’m sure you could use frozen waffle fries or another fry shape instead, but you may have to play around with the recipe a bit.
If you’re craving pure garlic fry goodness, feel free to skip the rosemary.
What to Serve with Garlic French Fries to Make a Meal
- Burgers โ Daddy’s Baked Hamburgers, Bacon Cheddar Chicken Burgers, Killer Garlic Burgers
- Game Day Foods โ Baked Buffalo Wings, Honey Sriracha Wings, Crispy Buttermilk Chicken Tenders, Slow Cooker Little Smokies
- Comfort Food โ Instant Pot Baby Back Ribs, Tuna Melt Sandwiches, Sirloin Steak Sandwiches, Baked Buffalo Chicken Breasts
If you make this recipe, please let me know! Leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ rating below, leave a comment to tell us what you think, and tag me on Instagram @foodiecrush.
Killer Garlic Fries Recipe
Ingredients
- 1 28 ounce bag Alexia House Cut Fries with Sea Salt
- โ cup canola oil
- ยผ cup pressed garlic
- 1 tablespoon minced fresh rosemary
- 1 tablespoon minced parsley
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ยฝ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
To make in the oven:
- Preheat the oven to 400ยฐF.
- Spread the fries evenly on a baking sheet and bake for 15-20 minutes or until crisp, stirring halfway during cooking.
- While the fries are baking, mix the canola oil with the garlic and rosemary and ยฝ teaspoon of the kosher salt. (This step can be done ahead of time.)
- Remove the fries from the oven and transfer to a large bowl with the garlic, rosemary and oil mixture and season with the remaining kosher salt and ground pepper. Toss well with tongs until combined and serve immediately.
To make in the air fryer:
- Cook the fries in the air fryer at 400ยฐF for 15-20 minutes, then toss with the garlic and oil mixture as directed above.
Nutrition
More Easy Potato Side Dishes
- Buttered Parsley Potatoes
- Crispy Roast Potatoes
- Mashed Potatoes
- Rosemary Garlic Smashed Potatoes
- Crispy Breakfast Potatoes
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Austun
An amazing recipe. I will definitely try it this week. Potatoes and garlic seem like a good combination. Thanks for your efforts
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Hayley
Thanks, we hope you enjoy!
Sandi
Delish! I usually buy Alexa Rosemary Fries, couldn’t find them. So happy! These are so much better! Thank you!
Glad you enjoyed Sandi!
Pam
insanely delicious!!
Holly
These look delicious. Could you make these without rosemary? (I just canโt eat anything with rosemary). If you can, would you sub another herb or just leave it out?
Ashley @ Foodie Crush
You could do either! Enjoy!
Becky
I would try oregano or Italian seasoning.
Catherine Hartgrove
I had garlic fries at a restaurant in Chico, Ca. There were small chunks of garlic all over the fries. OMG were they good. How can I make these at home??
Ashley @ Foodie Crush
That sounds great!! You could use minced garlic in your seasoning instead of just the salt!
tugce makarnaci semiz
At first i though you mixed the garlic and fries in the first min. But it is not. I will try it tonight with a beer :)
Ashli Hilton
the fry sauce is just ketchup and mayo mixed together.
dannie
This is awesome.fries are always my best outdoor meal.
Cassandra J
What makes up the fry dipping sauce?
Jan
Would LOVE LOVE LOvE to have the dipping sauce recipe PLEASE???
Laura | Tutti Dolci
Perfection! And I love the look of that dipping sauce too!
Patty
Please share the dipping sauce recipe!
sabrina
I’ve been to Gordon B years ago, not lately but love fries when I allow myself to have them, rarely, so happy to see these non-fried, but baked, fries and garlic is definitely welcomed with open arms, thank you for this!
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Wow! That’s an amazing recipe! I adore garlic and I add it almost to everything! Thanks for another great idea!
El
Heidi – Sounds terrific – garlic and rosemary – whatโs NOT to love?! My only question is … if you were making these fries from scratch (rather than with the Alexia fries), what is your preferred method? Iโve read – and tried – several variations, but would really like to hear your approach. Thx – El
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ฤฐt seems very Good
Thanks
Karin
This looks SO yummy! But what is your favorite garlic press? And what is the dipping sauce? I want to do this right!!
Jay
What a super recipe! I canโt cook without garlic…..
But…what is the pink stuff you are serving them with?
Thank you, jay
Ame
It looks like fry sauce, which is mayo or miracle whip and ketchup mixed to taste. It’s darker pink because it has more ketchup. What I’ve always done, is to put the ketchup in spurts and then mix with a fork. Add more until you’re happy with the taste.
Sometimes people will add other things for flavor adjustments, but that’s the basic.
Ashley @ Foodie Crush
Thank you Ame!