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    Home » Recipes » Side Dishes

    French Fry Seasoning

    Published: Apr 19, 2021 Modified: Apr 19, 2021 by Tonje / This post may contain affiliate links

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    French fries and a small bowl of ketchup on a white plate.
    French fries and a small bowl of ketchup on a white plate.
    French fries and a small bowl of ketchup on a white plate.

    Make your fries taste amazing with this simple French fry seasoning. It's so easy to make, and a great way to improve the flavor of your favorite fries. You can use it on homemade fries or store-bought.

    Even use it for sweet potato fries or other variations! You won't be able to get enough of this delicious seasoning combination.

    French fries with seasoning.
    Add flavor to your french fries with a little seasoning!
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    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Why You'll Love This Recipe
    • 🥘 Ingredients Needed
    • 🔪 Instructions
    • 👪 FAQs
    • 🧊 Storage
    • 💭 Helpful Tips
    • 📖 Variations
    • 🍟 Suggested Fry Recipes
    • 🧂 Related Recipes
    • French Fry Seasoning
    • 📋 Recipe Card
    • French Fry Seasoning
    • 💬 Reviews and Comments

    👩🏻‍🍳 Why You'll Love This Recipe

    French fries are such a great side dish, and they pair perfectly with almost any entree. But plain french fries can quickly become boring!

    This easy french fry seasoning you can add wonderful flavor to any fries. Whether you prefer homemade or store bought fries; sweet potatoes or regular potatoes; thick or thin - this spice blend pairs well with them all.

    If you love homemade seasoning blends, you might want to check out this Crab Shack Homemade Popcorn Seasoning or my favorite Easy Pork Seasoning!

    And use this seasoning on top of these super easy Air Fryer Frozen French Fries!

    🥘 Ingredients Needed

    Ingredients for french fry seasoning.

    For a complete list of ingredients, please refer to the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    • Black pepper - Adds a little heat.
    • Paprika - A great spice that adds depth.
    • Salt - Brings out more flavor from the other spices.
    • Onion powder - Gives the fries a mild onion flavor.
    • Garlic powder - Adds a gentle garlic flavor.
    • Basil - Dried basil adds a little sweetness to the seasoning.
    • Parsley - Dried parsley has an earthy flavor.
    • Oregano - A little dried oregano adds a wonderful peppery taste.

    🔪 Instructions

    Mixed french fry seasoning in a bowl.

    Please note: This is an overview of the instructions. You'll find the complete instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    1. Step 1 - Combine the ingredients in a mixing bowl, or a storage container.
    2. Step 2 - Stir to combine the seasoning.
    3. Step 3 - Sprinkle it over your favorite cooked french fries!

    👪 FAQs

    Should I season fries before frying?

    No. The seasoning is likely to either fall off, or saponify the oil. It's usually best to season french fries after you have fried them.

    What is french fry seasoning?

    French fry seasoning is a spice mix that is made to be used on french fries. There are many varieties, but they commonly include salt, paprika, onion powder and garlic powder.

    Can you make it ahead of time?

    Absolutely! This seasoning stores well at room temperature for at least 6 months. Feel free to make a small batch ahead of time, or make a big batch to use over multiple meals.

    French fries with seasoning, and a bowl of ketchup on the side.

    🧊 Storage

    Store your french fry seasoning in a sealed container in a cool and dark place for up to 6 months.

    You can easily make a big batch of this recipe, and use it anytime you make french fries. I love having this seasoning on hand, as you can also use it to season other types of food as well.

    💭 Helpful Tips

    • This basic seasoning is great for multiple purposes! Use it on chicken, roasted vegetables, or even steaks.
    • You can adjust the amount of seasoning to suit your preference.
    • Make a big batch, and store it in your spice rack for future dinners.

    This seasoning is a great way to add flavor to homemade french fries, but you can also add it to store bought fries!

    📖 Variations

    • Add cayenne pepper or chili powder to make it spicy.
    • For a Mexican version, add smoked paprika and cumin.
    • If you want to use this as a dry rub for meat, you can add a little brown sugar.
    • Try the french fry seasoning with a variety of fries, like regular fries, sweet potato fries or rutabaga fries.

    🍟 Suggested Fry Recipes

    You can pair this seasoning with any fries. Here are some of my favorite recipes that I think you'll love.

    Air Fried Sweet Potato Fries
    Air Fried Sweet Potato Fries are so delicious and make a great healthy side dish for so many meals! Treat your family to these nutritious and easy fries that come out hot and crispy with less oil and just the right amount of seasoning!
    Top down view of sweet potato fries piled on a blue plate with a side of ranch mayo and a black napkin on the right.
    Baked Eggplant Fries with Basil Dipping Sauce
    These baked eggplant fries are a delicious and healthy upscaled version of French fries that will wow your family!
    Side angled shot of eggplant fries garnished with basil and parmesan on a black plate with a clear bowl of chipotle basil dip garnished with more fresh basil.
    Baked Dill Fries
    Delicious, guilt-free gourmet french fries dressed-up with olive oil and dill weed and baked until crispy on the outside!
    Side close up shot of multiple dill French fries garnished with herbs on a brown paper on a black surface.
    Oven Fried Crispy Green Beans
    Crunchy, addictive, AND healthy? It's true - you need to try these crispy green beans!
    Side view of crispy baked green bean fries stacked on a white plate with a black background.

    🧂 Related Recipes

    Here are a few more side dish ideas for you!

    • Oven Fried Crispy Green Beans
    • Slow Cooker Olive Bread Recipe
    • Jalapeno Garlic Basil Pickles

    French Fry Seasoning

    Love this recipe? Awesome! Please give it a 5 star ⭐ rating below! And if you make this, snap a photo and tag me on Instagram. You can find me at DizzyBusyandHungry or #dizzybusyandhungry!

    📋 Recipe Card

    Easy seasoning for french fries.

    French Fry Seasoning

    Recipe Author: Tonje
    French fry seasoning is a great way to add more flavor to your favorite french fries. It's really easy to make, stores well, and tastes fantastic!
    5 from 8 votes
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    Prep Time 5 minutes mins
    Cook Time 0 minutes mins
    Total Time 5 minutes mins
    Course Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 5 teaspoons
    Calories 5 kcal

    Equipment

    • Mixing Bowl

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon paprika
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • ½ teaspoon oregano
    • ½ teaspoon onion powder
    • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
    • ¼ teaspoon dried parsley
    • ¼ teaspoon dried basil
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    Instructions
     

    • Measure out the ingredients, and add them to a mixing bowl or a storage container.
      1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon oregano, ½ teaspoon onion powder, ¼ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon dried parsley, ¼ teaspoon dried basil
    • Shake or stir the ingredients together to combine them thoroughly.
    • Add the seasoning to your favorite cooked french fries.

    Notes

    • Store in a sealed container at room temperature for 6 months.
    • Make a big batch to use across multiple meals.
    • You can also use this basic seasoning for other dishes, like chicken or roasted vegetables.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 5kcal | Carbohydrates: 1g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 466mg | Potassium: 24mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 201IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 7mg | Iron: 1mg

    Nutritional information is an estimate. The nutritional values for your final dish may vary based on measuring differences and products used.

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    1. Lexa

      April 20, 2021 at 5:54 pm

      5 stars
      I tried this today for dinner with homemade potato wedges and it was amazing! I usually use salt only, but this is going to be my new go-to seasoning for fries.

      Reply
    2. Jessica Formicola

      April 19, 2021 at 3:11 pm

      5 stars
      I sometimes tire of boring, plain fries- so this seasoning will be awesome to have on hand! I love that it's made with simple ingredients too!

      Reply
    3. Tara

      April 19, 2021 at 1:42 pm

      5 stars
      Such a delicious way to dress up French fries! I especially love the addition of the paprika and oregano. Sounds so good!

      Reply
    4. Toni

      April 19, 2021 at 12:31 pm

      5 stars
      This is totally addictive! My kids can't stop eating it!

      Reply
    5. Julie Menghini

      April 19, 2021 at 12:28 pm

      5 stars
      This sounds fantastic for fries. I like that it is different from others I've had and that I can add some heat if I want.

      Reply
    6. Angela

      April 19, 2021 at 12:26 pm

      5 stars
      This french fry seasoning if the perfect blend of spices. So tasty and simply. Great to make up and have on hand. My family loved it!

      Reply

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