French Fry Seasoning Blend (Print Version)
Smoky, garlicky spice mix with smoked paprika, garlic, onion, salt and pepper — ideal on hot fries, potatoes, popcorn and veggies.
# What You Need:
→ Seasoning Blend
01 - 2 tablespoons smoked paprika
02 - 1 tablespoon garlic powder
03 - 1 tablespoon onion powder
04 - 1 tablespoon fine sea salt
05 - 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
06 - 1 teaspoon dried parsley
07 - 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional, for added heat)
08 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for extra spiciness)
09 - 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance flavors)
# Directions:
01 - Place all ingredients in a small mixing bowl and stir thoroughly with a whisk or spoon until evenly blended and no clumps remain.
02 - Transfer the seasoning mixture to an airtight spice jar or container. Seal tightly and store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
03 - Sprinkle generously over hot French fries immediately after frying or baking. Toss the fries well to ensure an even, consistent coating across all pieces.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- It takes less time than preheating your oven and transforms plain fries into something people will actually compliment you on.
- The smoky depth from paprika paired with garlic and onion powder creates a flavor that works on almost anything, not just fries.
02 -
- Apply the seasoning while fries are still hot because once they cool the oil sets and the spices just fall off into a sad pile at the bottom of the bowl.
- Taste your paprika before mixing because if it has been sitting in your cupboard for over a year it will taste like cardboard and ruin the entire batch.
03 -
- Double or triple the batch because it makes a genuinely great last minute gift in a small mason jar with a handwritten label.
- Grinding whole black pepper and toasting the chili powder for thirty seconds in a dry pan will push the flavor from good to extraordinary.