My copycat Red Robin seasoning is just what you need when you are craving restaurant flavors at home. After testing several variations, I think I have captured a pretty spot on version of this tasty spice blend.

 

We try to go out to dinner as a family a few times a month. One of my kids favorite places to go is Red Robin because they love their seasoned steak fries. They can’t get enough of the seasoned fries and they especially love to dip them in the Red Robin Campfire sauce.

Red Robin seasoning is a fun, family friendly restaurant that specializes in burgers, sandwiches, and of course seasoned steak fries. The seasoning that they use is full of amazing flavor, salty, smokey, with a hint of sweet.

I decided to make my own version of the french fry seasoning with spices I had in my cabinet. After some trial and error, I sprinkled them on some air fryer steak fries and served them to the kids. They couldn’t believe how similar they tasted to the restaurant.

If you want to try other fry seasonings be sure to check out this copycat Zaby’s fry seasoning and Wingstop fries.

What ingredients are in Red Robin seasoning

There is a good chance you already have these spices in your kitchen.

• Salt – I recommend using a sea salt or kosher salt.
• Paprika – Adds a light, sweet, smokey flavor.
• Sugar – This adds a tough of sweetness that perfectly balances the salt.
• Garlic powder – I like using the powdered garlic but you can substitute with granulated garlic.
• Onion powder – Onion powder works best but it can be substituted with granulated onion.
• Celery salt – To me celery salt is kind of a secret ingredient. It will have your guests wondering what makes the seasoning taste so good.
• Cumin – Adds a little warmth and smokiness.
• Basil – Adds a little earthy flavor.
• Chili powder – Gives the seasoning mix a hint of smokiness.
• Ground black pepper – Add a little heat to the mix.

How to make copycat Red Robin seasoning

Making your own seasoning mixes at home allows you to adjust the spices to your taste. This is a great starting point that I think tastes similar to the restaurant.

1. Mix: Place the spices and sugar into a bowl. Stir together to make sure they are completely combined and dispersed.
2. Season: Store the seasoning or use it to sprinkle on your fries, chicken, burgers, baked potatoes, and more.

Heather’s recipe tips

• Quality: Make sure to use fresh, quality seasonings.
• Let the spices sit: I like to make a batch of this seasoning mix ahead of time to give the spices a chance to blend together.
• Quantity: This recipe makes about 1 cup of seasoning. You can double the recipe if you want to make a larger batch.
• Great gift: I love putting this mix in a nice jar with a ribbon for small gifts.

How to use copycat Red Robin seasoning

I love sprinkling this seasoning on a variety of things like these air fryer steak fries, air fryer Alexia sweet potato fries, roasted vegetables, oven roasted small potatoes, and popcorn.

Storage

Keep any leftover fry seasoning in an airtight container or jar. Store it in a dry, cool place for up to 6 months.

Common questions

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• Chili seasoning
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