Name: French Fry Seasoning
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 3 Tablespoons
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 teaspoons Garlic Salt; 2 teaspoons Paprika; 2 teaspoons Italian Seasoning; 1 tsp Onion Powder; 0.5 tsp Black Pepper; 0.25 tsp Cayenne Pepper

French Fry Seasoning gives your side dishes the kick they’ve been missing! Sprinkle this blend of delicious, aromatic spices onto fries or other sides for a flavor experience. This French fry seasoning recipe uses a mix of herbs and spices, including smoked paprika, black pepper, oregano, and cayenne pepper. It’s perfect for homemade or even frozen french fries.

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Instructions

Combine all ingredients in a small container and mix until fully combined. Use immediately or store in a sealed container in a dry pantry for up to 6 months.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Toast Your Spices First 🔥
Lightly toast the cayenne pepper, paprika, and Italian seasoning in a dry skillet for 30-45 seconds before mixing to intensify their aromatic compounds and deepen the flavor profile.
Apply to Hot Fries Immediately 🍟
Season your fries while they're still steaming hot, as the heat helps the spices adhere better and allows the oils to activate, ensuring maximum flavor penetration.
Balance Garlic Salt Carefully ⚖️
Measure garlic salt separately and add gradually, as it contains both garlic and sodium—this prevents over-salting while allowing you to control the garlic intensity to your preference.
Store in an Airtight Container 🎯
Keep your finished seasoning blend in a sealed glass jar away from light and heat to preserve the potency of the cayenne and paprika oils for up to 3 months.
Create a Wet Adhesive Base 💧
Toss hot fries with a light coating of olive oil or melted butter before applying the dry seasoning blend, which creates a sticky base that helps the spices cling better and prevents them from falling off.