Peri Peri Fries
Crispy French fries tossed in spicy peri-peri seasoning — the Portuguese-African inspired snack that's smoky, spicy, and addictive. Best with the peri-peri mayo for dipping. The seasoning is the entire point — make your own or buy from Nando's.
Prep Time
17 min
Cook Time
11 min
Servings
2
Calories
538 cal
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- Fries½
- Peri Peri Spice½
- Salt½ tsp
- Black Pepper¼ tsp
- Cooking Oil½
- Garlic1 ½ cloves
All quantities scaled automatically from 2 servings.
Ingredients
Makes 2 servings · Use the Servings Scaler above to adjust
- Fries0.5
- Peri Peri Spice0.5
- Salt0.5 tsp
- Black Pepper0.25 tsp
- Cooking Oil0.5
- Garlic1.5 cloves
Instructions
- 1
Bake 1.5 lb of frozen French fries at 425°F per package directions, but add 5-10 extra minutes for extra crispness. Don't crowd the pan.
- 2
Make the peri-peri seasoning: combine 2 tablespoons paprika, 1 tablespoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste), 1 tablespoon smoked paprika, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon onion powder, 2 teaspoons salt, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon dried thyme, ½ teaspoon black pepper. Mix well.
- 3
Make the peri-peri mayo (optional): ½ cup mayonnaise + 1 tablespoon peri-peri sauce (Nando's brand, or sriracha + paprika) + 1 teaspoon lemon juice + 1 grated garlic clove.
- 4
When the fries are extra crispy, transfer to a large bowl. While hot, drizzle with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
- 5
Sprinkle generously with the peri-peri seasoning (2-3 tablespoons per pound of fries). Toss to coat completely.
- 6
Serve immediately with the peri-peri mayo for dipping. Add a squeeze of lemon and chopped fresh parsley for finishing brightness. Best within 10 minutes of seasoning.
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💡 Expert Tips
- 1.Extra-crispy fries. Standard cook time gives soft fries that can't hold the seasoning.
- 2.Season while hot. The residual oil and heat help the seasoning stick.
- 3.Adjust cayenne to taste. The cayenne is the heat — start with 2 teaspoons, scale up if you want fire.
- 4.Smoked paprika is the secret. Provides the distinctive peri-peri smokiness.
🔬 Why It Works
Peri-peri fries succeed because the spice blend (paprika, cayenne, smoked paprika, garlic, herbs) creates a complex flavor profile that's smoky, spicy, herbal, and aromatic. The crispy fries provide the textural foundation. The peri-peri mayo provides cool creamy contrast against the spicy fries. Together they're the perfect bar snack or side.
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