Crispy Air Fryer French Fries
Homemade, super crispy French fries cooked in an air fryer with minimal oil. A healthier twist on a classic snack!
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 pound Russet potatoes washed, scrubbed, and skin left on for extra nutrients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil (or avocado oil for a neutral flavor)
- 2 teaspoons Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Sea salt (adjust to your taste)
- 1/2 teaspoon Black pepper
Instructions
- Start by thinly slicing your washed potatoes lengthwise into uniform 1/4-inch-thick matchsticks. This helps them cook evenly!
- Place the cut potato fries into a large bowl filled with cold water. Let them soak for at least 20 minutes (or even overnight in the fridge) to remove excess starch – this is a key step for super crispy fries! Once soaked, drain the water completely and pat the fries thoroughly dry with paper towels.
- Turn on your air fryer and preheat it to 385°F (196°C) for about 2 minutes. A preheated air fryer ensures a quick start to crisping.
- In a large bowl, drizzle the dried potato sticks with olive oil. Sprinkle evenly with garlic powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together really well until every fry is lightly coated.
- Carefully arrange the seasoned fries in a single layer in your air fryer basket. Make sure they don't overlap or crowd the basket; this allows the hot air to circulate and cook them to crispy perfection. You'll likely need to cook these in 2-3 batches.
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes, making sure to flip them halfway through the cooking time. Continue until your fries are beautifully golden brown and wonderfully crispy on the outside, yet tender on the inside.
- If you've cooked in batches and want to unify their crispiness, you can return all the cooked fries to the air fryer for a final 2-3 minutes to reheat and crisp up just before serving. Enjoy your healthier, homemade fries!
Notes
Enjoy your healthier, homemade fries! Nutrition per serving: Calories: 155, Total Carbs: 21.8g, Net Carbs: 20.1g, Fats: 6.9g, Protein: 2.7g.
