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How to make crispy French fries in the air fryer

Crispy and Fluffy Air Fryer French Fries Recipe

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Air fryer French Fries are a new game-changing way to cook French fries without heating up a pot of oil, making a mess, and dealing with the smell of frying. I love how they are quick and easy to make; as simple as cutting up some potatoes, tossing them in a bit of oil, and letting the machine work its magic. Plus, french fries in an air fryer are prepared twice as fast as oven-baked, and the clean-up is a breeze!
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Additional Time 10 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 90 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 Russet potatoes 2 large Russet potatoes or 4 medium
  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Optional seasonings

  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder, paprika, etc.

Instructions
 

  • Prep the Potatoes: Wash the potatoes. Using a sharp kitchen knife, cut them into uniform strips, about ¼ inch thick. Uniformity ensures even cooking. 
    potato slices soaked in water and baking soda
  • Soak and Dry: Place the cut potatoes in a bowl of cold water and soak for at least 10 minutes. This step removes excess starch, which helps achieve a crispier texture. Drain and pat the potatoes dry with a towel. Moisture is the enemy of crispiness!
    potato slices are on top of a dry kitchen towel
  • Season and Cook: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C). In a large bowl, toss the dried potatoes with olive oil, salt, and any other desired seasonings.
    potato cut up into fries with oil and seasoning
  • Arrange the potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
    potato slices in a single layer of air fryer basket
  • Cook for 10-14 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking.
  • When done, your fries should be golden brown and crispy on the outside, with a tender inside. Serve with your favorite dip and enjoy! My top picks are this DIY Chipotle dip and our take on the Chick-Fil-A sauce.
    Air fryer French fries with appetizing crispy look

Notes

Secret to a Crispy Air Fryer French Fries

The Baking Soda Method. If you want to take your air fryer French fries to the next level, here's a tip I swear by. Add a tablespoon of baking soda to the water when soaking your potato slices. This little trick helps break down the pectin in the potatoes, making them crispier when cooked. My kids couldn't believe how crunchy they turned out the first time I tried this!
The Blanching Technique. Another fantastic method I picked up from Jo-Ann on YouTube is blanching the potatoes before air frying them. Blanching involves adding boiling water to the potato slices for a few minutes. Place potatoes in a glass or metal bowl and add hot boiling water just to cover them fully. Do not boil further. Let the potatoes sit in the hot water for 15 minutes, then gently pat dry and season. This step pre-cooks the potatoes slightly, ensuring they come out perfectly tender on the inside while staying crispy on the outside. Trust me; it's worth the extra effort.

Nutrition

Calories: 90kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 2gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 358mgPotassium: 448mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 17IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 17mgIron: 1mg
Nutrition Disclaimer Nutritional information is an estimate and may change based on products used.
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