Batata Harra French Fries

In a mortar and pestle, combine the garlic cloves and a pinch of salt. Crush them together until they form a smooth paste.

Heat olive oil in a sauté pan over medium-low heat.

Add the hot pepper paste to the pan and press it into the oil, allowing it to cook and become fragrant for about a minute.

Add the garlic paste and crushed red pepper flakes to the pan. Stir to combine with the pepper paste and oil.

Squeeze in the lemon juice and stir everything together to form the sauce.

Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped fresh cilantro.

Cook the frozen french fries according to the package instructions (you can bake, air fry, or deep fry them).

Once the fries are cooked and crispy, transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

Pour the prepared sauce over the hot fries.

Toss the fries thoroughly to ensure they are evenly coated with the sauce.

Garnish with additional fresh cilantro and serve immediately.