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Air Fryer French Fries

Crispy Air Fryer French Fries Recipe

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1½ lbs russet potatoes, cut into ½-inch sticks
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper
  • ½ tsp garlic powder (optional)
  • ½ tsp smoked paprika (optional)

Method
 

  1. Soak cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes, then drain and rinse until water runs clear.
  2. Spread potatoes on towels and pat completely dry. Toss with oil until evenly coated.
  3. Preheat air fryer to 380°F (190°C). Arrange fries in a single layer, cook 12 to 15 minutes, shaking halfway, until golden and crispy.
  4. Immediately toss with salt and any seasonings, then serve.

Notes

Soak the potatoes for at least 30 minutes; this resting time is not included in the prep time. If you skip the soak, the fries will still be good but won't have quite the same shatteringly crisp shell.