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Home » Lunch and Dinner

French Fries Seasoning or Chips Spice Recipe

Dated: January 18, 2022 . Modified: Jan 18, 2022 by Kate Hahnel

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French fry seasoning (chip spice)

Transform your chips or fries with this easy homemade chips spice recipe! Made with a few ingredients that you most certainly have in your pantry and with a total preparation time of just 5 minutes, this simple DIY seasoning is definitely worth having in your kitchen!

A plate of chips seasoned with some homemade chip spice.

This recipe was inspired by my best burger seasoning and my paleo and keto-friendly taco seasoning recipes, and pairs well with any type of fries, including these delicious keto celeriac chips and air fryer frozen chips.

It doesn't just end with homemade chips, you can additionally use it to spice fries bought at your local fish and chips shop.

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  • What is Chip Spice?
  • Why Make Your Own Homemade French Fries Seasoning?
  • Ingredient Notes
  • Kitchen Tools
  • Instructions
  • Uses
  • Storing and Variations
  • Frequently Asked Questions
  • More Homemade Seasoning Recipes
  • 📖 Recipe

What is Chip Spice?

Chip spice is a seasoning blend comprising of ground or powdered spices and dried herbs used to season potato chips or french fries. The most basic versions of the spice normally comprise of salt, sweet or smoked paprika, curry powder, and some sweetener, such as sugar but this particular recipe omits the sugar.

Why Make Your Own Homemade French Fries Seasoning?

There is no secret that homemade seasonings are the best!! Here are a few reasons why you will love this potato chip seasoning recipe!!

  • Have no preservatives - you get to know the exact ingredients going into your spice blend and can thereby avoid the preservatives that come with most store-bought seasonings.
  • Use less salt - you can also control how much salt you want to go into your spice blend.
  • Quick and delicious - takes just five minutes and tastes amazing!
  • Make-ahead - you can easily make a double or triple batch to share with friends or family or use in other recipes.

Ingredient Notes

You only need a few simple everyday ingredients, which you most likely have in your kitchen: (See the recipe card below for the full quantities).

A picture showing the ingredients for making chip spice.
  • condiments - salt and black pepper.
  • herbs - dried oregano and parsley.
  • spices - cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked or sweet paprika and some curry powder (optional). While the curry powder is optional, I highly recommend it as it adds an earthy flavour and just the right amount of spicyness to the seasoning.

Kitchen Tools

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You will need the following kitchen equipment:

  • measuring spoons - always level these up for example, using a kitchen knife when measuring to ensure you are using the correct amounts.
  • a mixing bowl or spice jars to mix as well as store the chip spice.

Instructions

Here is how to make what I call the best DIY chip seasoning blend!

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Combine all spices into a small mixing bowl and use a spoon or a small whisk to mix. Transfer the blend into an airtight spice jar and keep it in a cool and dry place in your kitchen.

Useful tip: you can also add all the ingredients to a spice jar that has an airtight lid then shake to combine. I like to use these spice jars with bamboo lids for my seasoning.

Uses

Use this spice blend to season your frozen chips, homemade french fries, baked potatoes, potato wedges, or sweet potato chips.

Storing and Variations

  • Storage - store your spice blend in an airtight spice jar for up to 6 months in a cool and dry place. I recommend making the spice mix in small batches that you can easily use up, as opposed to one large batch. This way the chip spice will keep fresh for longer.
  • Variations - make spicy chip seasoning by adding a tablespoon of chili powder or chili flakes. Other wonderful variations include using either a teaspoon of celery salt, white pepper (also adds heat) or both.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I use homemade chips spice?

This will depend on the type of chips you are making.
For deep-fried chips - peel and slice, then fry until golden brown and cooked through. Place them on paper towels and spice up with your homemade chips seasoning while still hot.
Frozen, air-fryer, and oven-baked chips - place on a parchment paper-lined baking tray or in the air fryer basket. Depending on the type of chips you are using, drizzle with some oil then season. Bake or air fryer, making sure to turn halfway through cooking. Sprinkle some of the seasonings just before serving.
You can also use this chip seasoning to spice up your burgers, grilled vegetables, or meat!

How do I spice my chips or how much of the french fries seasoning should I use?

As a general rule, use one tablespoon of chips spice or french fry seasoning per 500 grams (1.11 lb) of french fries (chips) but the amount you choose to use in the end will totally depend on how spicy you like your food. Simply start with a tablespoon then add more if you prefer.

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A plate of chips seasoned with some homemade chip spice.

Chips Spice Recipe

Kate Hahnel
Transform your chips or fries with this easy homemade chips spice recipe! Made with a few ingredients that you most certainly have in your pantry and with a total preparation time of just 5 minutes, this simple DIY seasoning is definitely worth having in your kitchen!
5 from 23 votes
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Prep Time 5 minutes mins
Cook Time 0 minutes mins
Total Time 5 minutes mins
Course Dinner, Lunch, Spice
Cuisine American, British
Servings 20 servings
Calories 7 kcal

Equipment

spice jar
small bowl, whisk, spoon for combining the chip spice ingredients.
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Ingredients
  

  • 2 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon dried oregano
  • 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 tablespoon garlic powder
  • 1 tablespoon onion powder
  • 1 tablespoon dried parsley
  • 1 tablespoon paprika powder (smoked or sweet)
  • 1 tablespoon curry powder (optional)

Instructions
 

  • Combine all spices into a small mixing bowl and use a spoon or a small whisk to combine. You can also add all the ingredients to a spice jar that has an airtight lid, close the lid then shake to combine.
    2 tablespoon salt, 1 tablespoon ground black pepper, 1 tablespoon dried oregano, 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 1 tablespoon dried parsley, 1 tablespoon paprika powder, 1 tablespoon curry powder
  • Put the chip spice blend in a glass jar and store in a cool and dry place.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container in a cool and dry place.
  • Feel free to halve, double or even triple the portion, depending on your needs.
 

Nutrition

Calories: 7kcalCarbohydrates: 1gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 699mgPotassium: 36mgFiber: 1gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 287IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 11mgIron: 1mg
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Comments

  1. Britney Brown-Chamberlain

    February 09, 2022 at 8:57 pm

    5 stars
    This seasoning really upgraded my french fries! My friends were asking where I got the fries from and were shocked when I said I made them myself! Thanks for making me look good! lol

  2. Ben

    January 27, 2022 at 12:27 am

    5 stars
    I make a large batch of this and keep it in the spice cabinet. Great on lots on things besides fries!

    • Kate Hahnel

      January 28, 2022 at 1:55 pm

      that's so true!

      • Muwanguzi Yeko

        March 08, 2023 at 6:25 am

        5 stars
        My seasoning have been ever local but you gave me a wonderful recipe and my friends thought I'm from the restaurant buying the chips! Thanks alot Kate am in Kampala - Uganda.

      • Kate Hahnel

        March 08, 2023 at 5:23 pm

        I am so happy you loved your chips spice! Thank you!!

  3. Jen

    January 26, 2022 at 7:17 pm

    5 stars
    This spice definitely gave my homemade chips a much needed upgrade! I also added it to my potato wedges and they tasted great. I will definitely be using this recipe in the future.

    • Kate Hahnel

      January 26, 2022 at 8:24 pm

      Love it with wedges too! So happy you loved it.

    • Kate Hahnel

      January 28, 2022 at 1:55 pm

      Thank you!

  4. Stephanie

    January 26, 2022 at 7:01 pm

    5 stars
    Absolutely loved this spice blend! I added it to fries (chips), tofu, and more! It's so flavorful and can be used on many dishes. Thanks for the recipe!

    • Kate Hahnel

      January 26, 2022 at 8:22 pm

      Thank you for trying it out!

  5. Lilly

    January 26, 2022 at 5:29 pm

    5 stars
    I love the flavor combination of these spices! I was initially intrigued by the use of curry seasoning, but once I used the spice blend on my fries I could totally see why it’s used -it’s so good! This is such a great spice blend. I’m happy I found this recipe.

    • Kate Hahnel

      January 26, 2022 at 8:22 pm

      The curry adds such an amazing warmth, glad you liked your chips spice.

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