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Dinaclass Irish Curry Sauce turns simple chips into delicious loaded fries in seconds

From major chains such as Five Guys and Domino’s to independent burger joints and pubs, loaded fries are firmly established on menus. Filling, easy to share and simple to customise, loaded fries offer fish and chip shops a straightforward way to turn a familiar, low-cost menu item into a more substantial meal.

With fish prices continuing to rise and margins under pressure, operators are looking closely at where additional profit can be made. Loaded fries provide one option, using a product already at the heart of the menu – chips.

Adding Dinaclass Irish Curry Sauce gives operators a simple starting point. A medium curry sauce combining fruity sweetness with a gentle spicy kick, it is perfect for pouring over chips on its own or using as the base for a more substantial loaded fries option.

Grated cheese, spring onions, crispy chicken goujons or pulled chicken breast can all be added to create different combinations. A regular portion of chips priced at around £3 can quickly become a £7-8 meal, with relatively little additional ingredient cost.

Another hugely popular dish originating in Ireland that is now gaining traction here is the Spice Bag. Traditionally made with chips, shredded chicken, onions, peppers and a blend of spices, everything is tossed together in a bag before being served with a pot of curry sauce for dipping. The versatile concept can also be adapted with a range of proteins and fillings, including vegetables and scampi, making it an easy way for operators to create varied dishes around Dinaclass Irish Curry Sauce.

National Curry Week

With National Curry Week taking place from 6th–11th October, loaded fries also allow fish and chip shops to put curry sauce at the centre of the menu. Rather than relying on a short-term promotion or introducing a completely new dish, operators can use ingredients they already stock and add a loaded fries option as a special or keep it on the menu year-round.

For shops already serving curry sauce, it is a simple way to give a familiar product another role on the menu and offer customers an alternative to the traditional curry sauce and chips.

Dinaclass Irish Curry Sauce is part of the Kerry Foods range of curry sauces. For customers looking for a more traditional flavour, Curry Sauce Without Sultanas offers a familiar tangy taste with a mild aroma. Vegetarian Society Approved and Gluten Free variants are also available, helping operators cater for different dietary requirements, while a microwaveable option is available for added convenience.

Quick to prepare

Dinaclass Irish Curry Sauce is available in 500g, 2kg, 5kg and 10kg packs, with preparation quick and simple – just add water and heat. Once made, it can be held in a bain marie throughout service, and if demand runs higher than expected, fresh batches can be mixed and served on the spot without slowing down the queue.

For fish and chip shops looking for practical ways to make more of existing menu staples, loaded fries offer a straightforward addition – and National Curry Week provides a timely reason to put them in front of customers.

For more information, please visit https://eu.kerryfoodservice.com/pages/dinaclass. For expert industry advice and to request a sample, you can also call the Frying Squad on 0800 138 1938.