Air fryer French fries are a popular and delicious dish that you can make using an air fryer, a kitchen appliance that cooks food by circulating hot air around it. Here’s a simple recipe to make crispy and flavorful air fryer French fries:
Ingredients:
- Potatoes (russet or other suitable variety)
- Salt
- Cooking oil (olive oil, canola oil, or any oil suitable for high heat cooking)
- Optional seasonings (paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, etc.)
Instructions:
Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to around 375°F (190°C). Preheating helps to start the cooking process immediately, resulting in crispier fries.
Prepare the Potatoes: Wash and peel the potatoes if desired, or you can leave the skin on for added texture and flavor. Cut the potatoes into evenly sized fries. Thicker fries might require a slightly longer cooking time.
Soak the Potatoes: Place the cut potatoes in a bowl of cold water for about 15-30 minutes. This step helps remove excess starch and results in crispier fries.
Dry the Potatoes: After soaking, thoroughly pat the potato strips dry with paper towels. Excess moisture can prevent the fries from getting crispy.
Season the Fries: Toss the dry potato strips with a drizzle of cooking oil and a pinch of salt. You can also add any additional seasonings you prefer at this point, such as paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, or any other favorite seasonings.
Cook in Batches: Place the seasoned potato strips in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded. You may need to cook in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
Air Frying: Insert the basket into the preheated air fryer. Cook the fries at 375°F (190°C) for about 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking. Cooking times might vary depending on the thickness of your fries and the air fryer model you’re using.
Check for Crispiness: Around the 15-minute mark, start checking the fries for crispiness. If they’re not as crispy as you’d like, you can cook them for an additional few minutes. Keep in mind that they will continue to crisp up a bit after being removed from the air fryer.
Serve: Once the fries are golden brown and crispy, carefully remove them from the air fryer and place them on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil. Season with a bit more salt if needed.
Enjoy: Serve the air fryer French fries immediately while they’re still hot and crispy. They can be enjoyed on their own or with your favorite dipping sauces.
Remember that different air fryer models might have varying cooking times and temperature settings, so it’s a good idea to consult your air fryer’s manual for specific guidelines.
