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Crab Fries with Garlic Aioli

March 27, 2017 by Amber 11 Comments

Crab Fries with fresh snow crab and a simple garlic aioli set on top of some delicious seasoned fries.

 

Crab Fries

We went on a vacation last year to Clearwater, Florida. All vacations on the beach involve a mission to find the best fish tacos in town. While we did not find any fish tacos to brag about in Clearwater, we did stumble on some pretty dang good crab fries at Frenchy’s Rockaway Grill! My crab fries are inspired by Frenchy’s Crab Fries. If only my house had that ocean view like Frenchy’s, we would be set!

Crab Fries

To get great crab fries, use French fries with really good seasoning. I used Rally’s seasoned fries today because I didn’t have to add any extra spice, they are ready to go. Also, make sure to use real crab and not imitation. Depending on where you live and time of season, your options may vary for crab. I always prefer Alaskan King Crab but we used Snow Crab with the crab fries and it was fantastic. Check your grocery store next to the imitation crab because we have fresh crab in containers ready to eat which saved a ton of time not having to cook the crab and tear it all apart, plus it was affordable.

The garlic aioli is strong on flavor but pairs so perfectly with the seasoned French fries and crab! Garlicky and lemony goodness galore!

Crab Fries

Have you ever had crab fries or visited Clearwater, Florida? Tell me what you think of these fun fries.

Crab Fries with Garllic Aioli

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Crab Fries
  • 1 pound seasoned French fries
  • 8 ounces crab meat, cooked and shredded
  • .5 cup mayonnaise
  • .5 teaspoon red chili pepper flakes
  • 1.5 tablespoon lemon juice
  • 3 clove garlic
  • 2 tablespoons butter
  • .5 teaspoon sea salt
  • .5 teaspoon pepper
  • chives to garnish (optional)
  1. Bake the French fries according to package directions.
  2. As the fries cook, make your garlic aioli sauce.
  3. In a small bowl, add mayo, red pepper flakes, lemon juice, 2 minced garlic cloves, sea salt and pepper. Mix well and set to the side.
  4. In a microwavable safe container, add crab, 1 minced garlic clove and 2 tablespoons butter. Heat in microwave for 1 minute. Mix.
  5. Remove the fries from oven.
  6. Top fries with the crab and drizzle your aioli sauce.
  7. Dice some chives and sprinkle over top to garnish.
  8. Enjoy!

 

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  1. Angela

    March 6, 2022 at 10:11 PM

    We have been going ti Frenchys for 20 years and just now tried these fries!! I was so happy to find and try your recipe for dinner last night. HUGE high 5.

    Reply
  2. Ed & Lena

    January 4, 2022 at 7:14 PM

    We just finished our garlic crab fries & we’re at the Dunedin location. My wife & I share the large portion & share a salad. Our favorite meal in all of the Clearwater area!

    Reply
  3. Dee

    June 22, 2020 at 1:35 PM

    I live in Clearwater,I love the crab fries with fried grouper nuggets. Delicious!!!

    Reply
    • Amber

      July 7, 2020 at 1:26 PM

      Oh yes, sounds so good right now. Could use a trip to Clearwater.

      Reply
  4. Lisa

    June 3, 2020 at 1:09 AM

    I used to work at Frenchys and since I moved to Nashville I’ve been craving these fries cant wait to try out these recipe

    Reply
  5. John J Czerwiec

    February 5, 2020 at 11:15 PM

    We were there last week, had them everyday sometimes twice in a day. There are 4 Frenchies restaurants there all within walking distance of each other, each with a little different menu but all have these fries

    Reply
    • Amber

      February 6, 2020 at 2:25 PM

      Its a fun place to visit and the food is awesome.

      Reply
  6. nina

    August 21, 2019 at 5:50 PM

    I AM HERE NOW

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    • Amber

      August 21, 2019 at 10:58 PM

      Did you get the crab fries?

      Reply
  7. Kelly

    April 22, 2018 at 3:48 AM

    Just had these fries at Frenchie’s last night….which is how I found your recipe. Knew I’d be craving them again – paired with sangria or a Pina colada – so googled for a recipe! Can’t wait to make them!

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    • Amber

      April 22, 2018 at 4:10 PM

      Their fries are so addictive! Let me know if the recipe curves those cravings.

      Reply

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