🍟 Crispy Loaded Tex-Mex Taco Waffle Fries 🧀

The ultimate game-day appetizer or late-night snack mashup! Crispy, highly textured waffle fries act as the perfect lattice base, seasoned with bold taco spices, smothered in melted cheddar and Monterey Jack, and piled high with savory seasoned ground beef, fresh jalapeños, and cool crema. 😋✨

• ⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes

• 🍳 Cook Time: 20 minutes

• 🍽️ Servings: 4 servings

🛒 Ingredients

For the Spiced Waffle Fries:

• 1 bag (approx. 600g) frozen waffle fries 🍟

• 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking oil spray 🛢️

• 1 teaspoon taco seasoning mix 🌿

For the Loaded Toppings:

• 250g lean ground beef (or ground turkey) 🥩

• 2 tablespoons taco seasoning mix (divided) 🌶️

• 1/4 cup water 💧

• 1.5 cups shredded Mexican blend cheese (Cheddar & Monterey Jack) 🧀

• 1 fresh jalapeño (sliced into thin rounds) 🌶️

• 2 tablespoons green onions (finely chopped) 🧅

• Sour cream and fresh cilantro (for serving) 🥣