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    Hungry Healthy Happy » Recipes » Side Dishes

    Peri Peri Fries

    Published: Apr 19, 2023 · Written by Dannii Martin · This post may contain affiliate links · 10 Comments

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    Diet: Gluten Free / Low Fat / Vegan
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    Adding some homemade peri peri seasoning to fries is an easy way to give them a flavour boost. These Peri Peri Fries have a serious kick to them, and it's an easy way to make your own Nando's at home. Serve these Nando's fries with some homemade Nando's chicken for a real fakeaway treat.

    A plate of seasoned chips next to a towel and a jar of seasoning.

    What are Peri Peri Chips?

    If you have been to Nando's before, then you have most likely experienced the taste sensation that is peri salted chips. Hot chunky chips/fries covered in peri peri seasoning and we have our own seasoning recipe that will take these to the next level - it almost feels wrong calling this a recipe because it is THAT simple!

    A sweet, smoky and spicy seasoning mix with paprika, chilli, herbs and garlic that coat chips for a delicious side dish.

    If you are looking for some more fries recipes, then why not try our smoky Paprika Chips, delicious Celeriac Chips or our spicy Masala Chips?

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    • What are Peri Peri Chips?
    • Why you will love them
    • Ingredients and substitutions
    • How to make peri peri chips - Step by step
    • Serving suggestion
    • Variations
    • Frequently Asked Questions
    • Extra tips
    • More chip recipes
    • Recipe
    • Feedback

    Why you will love them

    • Makes chips more exciting - We love chips and would happily eat them every day, but they can get a bit boring the same way all the time. These peri chips have loads of flavour.
    • Quick and easy - This is as simple as cooking chips and then mixing them with seasoning. Use frozen chips to make this recipe even easier.
    • Adaptable - Feel free to adjust the seasoning to suit your own tastes.
    • Versatile - There is pretty much nothing that these peri peri fries won't go with. We have lots of serving suggestions below.

    Ingredients and substitutions

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    • Chips - To make this a really easy recipe, we "cheated" and used frozen chips cooked in the air fryer. But why not follow our recipe for Air Fryer Chips?
    • Peri Peri Seasoning - We have used our homemade Peri Peri Seasoning, but you can use a store bought one if you prefer.

    A full ingredients list with measurements is in the recipe card below.

    How to make peri peri chips - Step by step

    One: Cook the frozen chips according to the packet instructions. We cooked ours in an air fryer to make it quicker and we think it gives the best results.

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    Two: Put the cooked chips into a large bowl and sprinkle over the seasoning. Toss to coat the chips and serve immediately.

    Cooked chips coated in seasoning in a metal bowl.

    Serving suggestion

    Chips and dip are a must, right? Why not make your own peri peri dip by mixing some peri peri sauce in to some mayo or yoghurt and then dipping these chips in. For something cooling, why not dip them in our Healthy Ranch Dressing?

    Chips make a great side dish to almost anything. You can serve these with our Nando's Chicken recipe or they go well with any grilled chicken or fish or a side to a big salad. Basically, anything you would serve chips with, add these peri peri fries. Here are some suggestions:

    • Air Fryer Steak
    • BBQ Chicken Pizza
    • Pesto Salmon
    • Air Fryer Burgers
    A hand dipping a seasoned chip into some mayonnaise.

    Variations

    You can adjust the seasoning itself to change how spicy or mild it it. Personally we like a really spicy peri peri. You can also change the type of chips you use. Make your life easier by using frozen, or make them yourself for something more impressive.

    To take these Nando's fries to the next level, why not make them loaded? Put them in a baking dish with some chopped cooked chicken, some thinly sliced bell peppers and then smother them with cheese and bake. Drizzle with some peri peri sauce before serving.

    Crinkle cut chips coated in peri peri seasoning.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Can I put the seasoning on before cooking the chips?

    We wouldn't recommend this, as it can burn the seasoning. This is meant to be added like salt at the end.

    How to store peri peri chips

    These are best eaten straight after cooking, which is why we make a big batch of the seasoning and use frozen chips, so these can be thrown together last minute.

    Are peri peri fries gluten free?

    Yes, as long as you use gluten free chips and our homemade seasoning, then these are gluten free. Just make sure that there is no cross contamination.

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    Extra tips

    • Toss everything together in a bowl to make sure all the chips are fully coated, so you get flavour with every bite.
    • Use a warm mixing bowl to keep the fries hot.
    • If you are using frozen chips, there is no need to add any oil.
    • Why not try making these Nando's chips with sweet potato instead?

    More chip recipes

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      Baked Sweet Potato Chips
    • Skin On Fries on a round blue plate.
      Easy Skin On Fries
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      Parmesan Truffle Fries
    • Baked Polenta Fries on a white plate with small pots of ketchup and mayonnaise
      Baked Polenta Chips

    If you’ve tried this peri peri chips recipe, let us know how you got on in the comments below.
    Tag us in your creations on Instagram @hungryhealthyhappy - Use the hashtag #hungryhealthyhappy too.

    Recipe

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    Peri Peri Fries

    By: Dannii Martin
    These Peri Peri Fries have a serious kick, and it's an easy way to make your own Nando's at home. Serve with homemade Nando's chicken for a fakeaway treat.
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    Course: Side Dish
    Cuisine: American, East African, Portuguese
    Prep: 1 minute min
    Cook: 17 minutes mins
    Total: 18 minutes mins
    Servings: 2 servings
    Calories: 171kcal
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    Ingredients

    • 250 g (9 oz) Frozen chips
    • 2 tablespoon Peri peri seasoning

    Instructions

    • Cook 250 g Frozen chips according to the packet instructions. We cooked ours in an air fryer to make it quicker and we think it gives the best results.
    • Put the cooked chips into a large bowl and sprinkle over 2 tablespoon Peri peri seasoning. Toss to coat the chips and serve immediately.

    Recipe tips

    • Toss everything together in a bowl to make sure all the chips are fully coated, so you get flavour with every bite.
    • Use a warm mixing bowl to keep the fries hot.
    • If you are using frozen chips, there is no need to add any oil.
    • Why not try making these Nando's chips with sweet potato instead?

    Nutritional Information

    Serving: 1portion | Calories: 171kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Sodium: 1099mg | Potassium: 80mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 884IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 24mg | Iron: 1mg

    The nutritional information provided is approximate and is calculated using online tools. Information can vary depending on various factors, but we have endeavoured to be as accurate as possible.

     

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    Comments

    1. Katherine

      April 26, 2023 at 1:28 pm

      5 stars
      Such a great way to make frozen chips extra special!

      Reply
    2. Shashi

      April 26, 2023 at 11:42 am

      Peri peri is one of my fav spice mixes - and these fries did not disappoint. Absolutely delicious!

      Reply
    3. Mimi

      April 26, 2023 at 10:58 am

      Fries are our favorite side! I have never tried it with peri-peri! :-)

      Reply
    4. Ieva

      April 26, 2023 at 9:25 am

      5 stars
      Lovely recipe! I already had everything in my spice cabinet to make your peri peri spice blend so it was very convenient! It's genius to use crinkle-cut chips, as they hold so much more of the flavour. My husband actually said they were better than Nandos!

      Reply
    5. Anjali

      April 26, 2023 at 8:55 am

      5 stars
      These fries are SO good!! We served them alongside some veggie burgers and they brought so much flavor to the overall dish!

      Reply
    6. veenaazmanov

      April 25, 2023 at 2:33 pm

      Fries are always a treat and this combination of Peri Peri seasoning takes it to the next level of yumminess.

      Reply
    7. dina and bruce miller

      April 25, 2023 at 2:33 pm

      5 stars
      A zesty side dish! Yum!

      Reply
    8. Tara

      April 25, 2023 at 2:22 pm

      5 stars
      Oooh, such a wonderful way to boost the flavor of fries! I love how easily they come together in the air fryer too.

      Reply
    9. Amanda Wren-Grimwood

      April 25, 2023 at 2:04 pm

      5 stars
      So simple but delicious. These are going to go down well this weekend when we have chicken.

      Reply
    10. Cynthia | What A Girl Eats

      April 25, 2023 at 1:42 pm

      5 stars
      Love the spice on these fries! So easy and reminds me of London.

      Reply

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