Dill Pickle ‘Grinch Salt’ McShaker Fries are crispy, salty, and coated in a tangy green seasoning that tastes exactly like the viral fast-food version. If you’ve ever wondered how to make that bright, sour-dill flavour at home, this guide explains it in the simplest way possible.

I tried the fast-food version when it first came out. Honestly, the flavour hit me fast, sharp dill, vinegar kick, a little salty, and the perfect crunch. But the problem? You can’t always get them, and the serving size disappears in minutes. That’s when I started experimenting at home. After a few messy kitchen tests, I figured out how to make a homemade dill pickle seasoning blend that tastes even better.

By the time you finish this article, you’ll know what they are, how to make them, how to customise the flavour, and how to store both the fries and the seasoning. Let’s make fries that actually slap.

What Are Dill Pickle ‘Grinch Salt’ McShaker Fries?

Dill Pickle ‘Grinch Salt’ McShaker Fries are crispy fries coated with a bright-green dill pickle seasoning. The mix includes dill, vinegar powder, garlic, onion, and fine salt, basically a homemade pickle salt with a holiday twist. This seasoning sticks to hot fries and gives that signature punchy, sour, herb-filled flavour people can’t stop talking about.

If you’ve ever tried dill pickle chips, spicy dill pickle seasoning, or dill pickle popcorn salt, you already know the general idea. These fries just take the flavour to another level. And because they’re homemade, you can tweak the heat, sourness, or saltiness. Sometimes I go heavier on the vinegar powder; sometimes I add chilli for a dill pickle hot fries vibe. It depends on the mood.

Ingredients

Here’s everything you need to make the fries and the dill pickle seasoning mix:

Potatoes or frozen shoestring fries
Oil for frying or air-frying
Vinegar powder or citric acid
Dried dill weed
Garlic powder
Onion powder
Fine salt (or dill pickle salt if you already have some)
Optional: sugar, cornstarch, chilli powder, MSG, cheese powder
Optional dips: green chutney, garlic mayo, ranch

This mix covers all the bases: sour, salty, herbal, and crunchy. It also naturally includes several keyword variations like dill pickle seasonings, pickle seasoning recipe, dill salt, and pickle-flavoured salt.

How to Make Dill Pickle ‘Grinch Salt’ McShaker Fries

Follow these simple steps:

Mix vinegar powder, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, fine salt, and optional sugar or chilli powder to create your homemade dill pickle seasoning blend.
Cook your fries: fry, bake, or air-fry until golden and crispy.
Place your hot fries into a paper bag or container.
Add 1–2 teaspoons of the seasoning mix.
Shake well until every fry is coated.
Taste and add more seasoning if you want a stronger flavour.
Serve immediately for the best crunch.

The shaking part is honestly the fun part. My nephew came into the kitchen once while I was making these and said it “It sounds like you’re shaking treasure.” He wasn’t wrong.

Variations

You can personalise the flavour easily:

Spicy Dill Pickle Fries: Add cayenne or crushed chilli for a dill pickle chips spicy version.
Cheesy Dill: Mix in cheese powder for a salty, tangy, cheesy finish.
Extra Sour: Add more vinegar powder to mimic dill pickle crisp snacks.
Light Version: Air-fry the potatoes and use less oil so the fries don’t get heavy.
Party Mix: Use the same seasoning on popcorn, fries, chips, wedges, or even roasted nuts.
Pakistan Twist: Serve with finger chips and green chutney. Trust me—it works.

Storage

The fries don’t store well, and I’m not going to pretend they do. They’re meant to be eaten fresh. But the seasoning? That’s a different story.

Store your homemade pickle seasoning in an airtight jar.
Keep it dry and away from steam.
It stays flavorful for weeks.
If it clumps, shake it; no harm done.

Leftover fries can be reheated in an air fryer, but they won’t be as good as fresh. I’ve tried microwaving them… don’t. They turn sad.

FAQs

How do I make dill pickle seasoning at home?
Mix dried dill, vinegar powder, garlic powder, onion powder, and salt. That’s your basic pickle seasoning recipe.

Is this recipe spicy?
Not by default. But you can make spicy dill pickle seasoning by adding chilli powder or cayenne.

Can I use frozen fries?
Yes. Frozen shoestring fries work perfectly and save time.

What can I use instead of vinegar powder?
Citric acid works. Lemon powder also works. Liquid vinegar doesn’t; it makes fries soggy.

How many calories are in these fries?
Calories mostly depend on oil. If you’re worried about dill chips’ kcal levels, go with baked or air-fried fries.

Can I use this seasoning on other snacks?
Absolutely. Try dill pickle chips, popcorn, wedges, or even roasted veggies.

Conclusion

Dill Pickle ‘Grinch Salt’ McShaker Fries are easy, bold, and way more customizable than anything you’ll get from a fast-food drive-thru. Once you make the seasoning yourself, you’ll start using it on everything: popcorn, snacks, homemade chips, you name it.

If you love tangy, salty, sour flavours or anything dill pickle-flavoured, this recipe brings that same punch straight to your kitchen. Try it once, tweak it to your taste, and keep a jar of the seasoning handy. It’s one of those things you’ll reach for more than you expect.