Description
Crispy, golden French fry seasoning elevates humble potato slices into a flavor explosion. Perfectly balanced spices from kitchen pantry staples create an irresistible coating you cannot resist sprinkling over hot, fresh fries.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- ¼ cup (59 ml) salt
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) paprika
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) onion powder
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) garlic powder
Spices and Seasonings:
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) black pepper
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) dry mustard
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Thoroughly mix all powdered ingredients in a compact mixing vessel or sealed glass container, ensuring even distribution of spices and herbs.
- Transfer the blended seasoning mixture to an impermeable storage container, securing it in a cool, dark pantry space.
- The homemade seasoning blend remains fresh and potent for approximately 6 months when stored properly.
- When preparing french fries, select either oven-baked, air-fried, or deep-fried potato strips weighing approximately .
- For standard seasoning, sprinkle of the spice mixture evenly across the fries, adjusting quantity based on personal flavor preference.
- Individuals desiring minimal salt intensity should utilize of seasoning per pound of potato strips.
- For oven or air fryer preparation, lightly coat potato strips with cooking spray before generously applying the seasoning blend.
- When using a deep fryer, complete the frying process first, then immediately toss hot potato strips with the prepared seasoning.
- Those seeking heightened heat can increase cayenne pepper quantity to , creating a more intense, spicy profile.
- Individuals preferring mild flavor can completely eliminate cayenne pepper from the mixture.
- This versatile recipe naturally contains no gluten, making it suitable for diverse dietary requirements.
Notes
- Customize your seasoning intensity by adjusting the amount sprinkled on fries, starting with 2 teaspoons per pound and tasting as you go.
- Prep your fries with a light cooking spray coating before adding seasoning to help spices stick better when baking or air frying.
- Deep-fried potatoes get seasoned after cooking to maintain maximum crispiness and flavor distribution.
- Boost heat levels by increasing cayenne pepper to a full tablespoon for those craving a spicy kick.
- Skip cayenne completely for a mild, family-friendly seasoning blend that everyone can enjoy.
- Naturally gluten-free blend makes this seasoning safe for people with dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: None
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16
- Calories: 3 kcal
- Sugar: 0.1 g
- Sodium: 1740 mg
- Fat: 0.1 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.1 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 0.6 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 0.2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg