French Fry Seasoning: a simple recipe for an ultra-versatile seasoning mix

Homemade French fry seasoning tastes way better than anything you'll find in stores and is a great way to add a serious hit of flavor to your favorite French fry recipe. It's a smart and cost-effective way to make a killer spice mix that you can use not only on fries, but vegetables, chicken, burgers, meat, and roasts as well. With a wide range of spices from onion salt to paprika, oregano, and more, French fry seasoning is a must-have for your spice cupboard. It only takes a few minutes to make and it uses ingredients you probably already have in your pantry.

Ingredients for Homemade French Fry Seasoning

French fry seasoning is made from a combination of dried herbs and spices. Garlic powder and onion salt help make it savory while paprika adds a hint of smokiness. The dried oregano, basil, and thyme give it a wonderful subtle herb flavor, while spicy cayenne pepper gives it some kick.

How to Make French Fry Seasoning

You can whip up a batch of homemade French fry seasoning in no time. It's as easy as pouring all the ingredients – the oregano, pepper, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, and so on, into a bowl and whisking them until combined. Pour the seasoning mix into a jar, give a few good shakes, and you're ready to go!

How to Season French Fries

The secret to properly seasoned fries is to make sure the seasoning has something to stick to. Season the fries after they've been tossed with oil. In terms of how much seasoning to use, that's entirely up to you! Use as much or as little as you like.

Tips for the Best French Fry Seasoning

For a smokier flavor, use smoked paprika.

Add other herbs and spices like dried rosemary, ancho chili powder, cumin, or smoked salt to your seasoning mix.

The best way to get your seasoning to stick to French fries is by lightly coating them in oil. This means seasoning right after pulling deep-fried fries out of the oil or after coating but before baking.

This delicious homemade seasoning will also taste great on potato wedges, roasted vegetables, meat, chicken, fish, baked tofu, rice, and more. Get creative!

Because homemade French fry seasoning has a long shelf life, you can double or triple this recipe and keep a big batch in your cupboard.

How to Store Homemade French Fry Seasoning

Keep your fry seasoning in an airtight jar in a cool dark place. They'll last for 2 years, after which it might start to lose some of its flavor and aroma.

Instructions

Add all of the ingredients to a small bowl.

Whisk to combine. Transfer to a jar with a tight lid and store for later or use immediately.

When ready to use, brush fries with oil then sprinkle the seasoning over them, tossing to coat. Bake for 20 minutes at 400°F.

For deep-fried French fries, season them immediately after removing them from the oil.

Notes

Leave out the cayenne pepper if you prefer a milder seasoning mix.