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The History Of Chicken Salt (And How It's Origins Were Lost And Found) By Lottë Reford Sept. 29, 2025 6:09 pm EST

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It might not be well-known in the U.S., but chicken salt is one of Australia's most popular condiments. It first showed up in southern Ozzie chicken shops in the 1970s and quickly gained popularity across the country. Originally intended as a rub for the rotisserie chickens that were one of the most popular fast food options down under at the time (and remain loved today), the blend of salt and spices turned out to be a great flavor-boosting addition to fries , too.

Until just a few years ago, rumor had it that chicken salt ended up on fries by accident. Its orig

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