Perfectly Crispy Air Fryer French Fries
Make perfectly crispy air fryer French fries with minimal oil for a golden-brown side dish.
Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
- 2 large Russet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Peel the potatoes, if desired, and cut them into uniform ¼-inch thick sticks.
- Place the cut potatoes in a large bowl and cover them completely with cold water. Soak the potatoes for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours, to remove excess starch.
- Drain the water completely. Rinse the potatoes under cold running water until the water runs clear.
- Dry the potatoes thoroughly. Spread them on a clean kitchen towel or paper towels and pat them completely dry. Moisture prevents crisping.
- In a clean bowl, toss the dry potatoes with the oil, sea salt, garlic powder, and black pepper until lightly coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit (195 degrees Celsius) for 5 minutes.
- Place the seasoned potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer, working in batches if necessary. Do not overcrowd the basket.
- Air fry for 15 to 20 minutes, shaking the basket vigorously every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking and browning.
- Continue cooking until the fries are golden brown and crispy to your liking.
- Serve immediately for the best texture.
Notes
For extra crispiness, you can briefly blanch the soaked potatoes in boiling water for 3 minutes before drying them completely. If using frozen fries, skip the soaking step and cook according to the package directions, usually at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 12-15 minutes. For a different flavor, toss the hot fries with 1 tablespoon of grated Parmesan cheese immediately after removing them from the air fryer.
Nutrition
Serving: 1servingCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 7gSodium: 450mgFiber: 4gSugar: 2g
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