If you’re craving crispy, golden French fries without the guilt of deep-frying, here’s a simple and delicious recipe for Air Fryer French Fries, inspired by various trusted sources.
🥔 Easy Air Fryer French Fries
Ingredients:
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2 medium russet potatoes (or Yukon Gold)
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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¼ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
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¼ teaspoon pepper (or to taste)
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Optional: ½ teaspoon garlic powder, paprika, or onion powder for extra flavoremiliarecipes.com+1Budget Bytes+1Natasha’s Kitchen+1emiliarecipes.com+1
Instructions:
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Prep the Potatoes:
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Wash and scrub the potatoes clean.
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Cut them into ¼-inch thick strips.
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Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for at least 15 minutes to remove excess starch, which helps achieve crispier fries.
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Drain and pat the potatoes dry with paper towels.Natasha’s Kitchen
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Season:
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In a large bowl, toss the dried potato strips with olive oil, salt, pepper, and any optional seasonings until evenly coated.
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Air Fry:
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Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
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Place the seasoned potato strips in the air fryer basket in a single layer. You may need to cook them in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
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Cook for 15–17 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crisping.
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Serve:
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Once golden and crispy, remove the fries from the air fryer.
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Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.
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Tips:
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For extra crispiness, consider soaking the potato strips overnight in cold water before cooking.
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Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure the fries cook evenly.
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Feel free to experiment with different seasonings to customize the flavor to your liking.
Enjoy your homemade, healthier French fries!