08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Associated Press
Shake Up National Fry Day with the Newest Trend in Snacking: Fry Bags
Fries + Spices = Just Shake, Rip, and Dig In
DENVER, July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Fun fact: Friday, July 11 is National French Fry Day! This Fry Day, Potatoes USA is highlighting a growing snack trend that's fun, easy-to-make and, most importantly, delicious: Fry Bags.
Fry Bags are a new twist on one of America's favorite foods
Nothing brings people together like fries – in fact, 91% of Americans like or love them.
Enter Fry Bags: a crave-worthy snack inspired by Irish street food that's gone global. Simply take hot, crispy fries and shake them up in a bag with your favorite seasonings. It's perfect for solo snacking or sharing with friends.
'The Fry Bag has everything you want – tons of flavor, tons of seasoning, tons of spice,' said Chef RJ Harvey, Director of Culinary at Potatoes USA. 'The best part? It's completely customizable, so you can make it your own every time.'
Whether you're picking up takeout fries or making them at home, Fry Bags make it easy to add big flavor to your fries. Just shake, rip, and dig in.
How to make Fry Bags
That's it! It's simple, mess-free, and completely customizable.
One snack, endless flavor combinations
Fry Bags are easy to love because they suit every flavor craving from spicy to sweet.
Want to start with a bang? Try a Firecracker Fry Bag: smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne, salt, parmesan, and crushed spicy chips. Shake it all up and share with friends…or don't. It's that good.
Get the Firecracker Fry Bag recipe here.
Other crowd favorites include:
Visit for recipes, tips, and tricks to make the ultimate Fry Bag.
Ready to shake things up this Fry Day? Share your creations using #FryBags on July 11, and tag @PotatoGoodness on Facebook, Instagram, or TikTok to show off your Fry Bag creations! Fry Bag fans like Jen Z have already composed their masterpieces, providing plenty of inspiration.
About Potatoes USA
As representatives of U.S. potato growers and importers, Potatoes USA's mission is to strengthen the demand for potatoes through marketing and research. By launching impactful marketing campaigns; coordinating regional, national, and international market and production research; and establishing new trade markets, Potatoes USA promotes the benefits of potatoes to audiences across the globe, including consumers, foodservice operators, retailers, and health professionals. For more information on America's Favorite Vegetable, please visit and
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