Fries are one of those foods that’s difficult to resist when they’re hot and crispy. Air fryer fries deliver all of that delectable crunchy goodness while using only a fraction of the oil that frozen varieties do – meaning more health benefits for you! They’re easy to make too and you can customize their flavor by using spices like cayenne pepper for some added spice or garlic powder for more savory notes – you could even sprinkle some Cajun seasoning onto them – there are endless possibilities!
Air frying fries requires starting with freshly cut potatoes that have been thoroughly dried before starting, to help eliminate excess starch which prevents crispiness in an air fryer. Soak them for 20-30 minutes in cold water to remove this extra starch before rinsing and patting dry with paper towels; this will speed up cooking times while creating crunchier fries!
Once the potatoes have been dried, they’re mixed with just a few teaspoons of cooking oil before spreading evenly in your air fryer basket or tray. Make sure not to overcrowd your air fryer as they need space for proper and crispy fries; if making a large batch you may need to air fry in batches.
Once your fries have been distributed in an air fryer, they should be cooked on high temperature setting for approximately 15-20 minutes to achieve golden-brown and crisp fries without overcooking. Make sure to shake and toss your basket regularly so they cook evenly without sticking or burning on their bottom surface.
Note that your cooking time depends on the size and thickness of your fries. Thicker fries require longer to crisp up while thinner varieties may cook faster; thus requiring you to experiment with different times until finding what works for your fries.
After your fries have cooked in an air fryer, remove from it and season them with salt. While you could serve them right away with ketchup, we suggest giving your fries an extra kick by creating an interesting dip option like adding chili powder to half cup of ranch dressing for an easy healthy burger topping alternative or creating Sriracha Mayo by mixing sriracha into mayonnaise (for instance 1-2 tablespoons each way).
Are you ready to create crispy and crunchy air fryer french fries at home? Just follow this easy recipe – and we want to hear all about the creative variations and flavors you come up with in the comments section!