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Air Fryer French Fries

If you love crispy French fries, but not the greasy mess or the drive-through, you have to try this method! Homemade French fries in the air fryer are simple, made-from-scratch, and of course, crispy and crunchy. Season them however you love and serve with all the dipping sauces!
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings 6
Calories 204kcal
Author Jennifer Draper

Equipment

Ingredients

Instructions

  • Scrub potatoes and peel as much of the skin as desired.
  • Cut potatoes into about 4 slices lengthwise, each about 1/4 inch thick.
  • Cut each slice into 2-3 pieces about 1/2 inch wide.
  • Optional: To get crispier French fries, soak potatoes in a large bowl of water for at least a few minutes up to 30 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain and pat completely dry.
  • Toss potato slices with avocado oil and seasoning in a large bowl.
  • Add potatoes to air fryer and set to 380 ℉ for 20-25 minutes. Shake the basket and check on them at least twice during cooking, until cooked through and crispy on the outside.
  • Serve French fries with ketchup or as desired.

Notes

  • Store leftover fries in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 375 ℉ for 3-5 minutes until hot and crispy.
  • Cut the fries into uniform sizes for even cooking.
  • Peeling the potatoes is up to your preference. I like to leave a small amount of skin on.
  • Soak potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch, boost crispiness, and prevent sticking to the basket.
  • Dry the fries thoroughly before air-frying to prevent sogginess.
  • Don’t overcrowd the basket and cook in batches if needed.
  • Shake the basket a few times during cooking for even crisping, and stay nearby to prevent any burning.
  • Thinner fries will cook faster, and thicker fries can take up to 25 minutes.
  • Keep the cooked fries warm on a tray in a 200 ℉ oven while other batches cook.

Nutrition

Calories: 204kcal | Carbohydrates: 28g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Sodium: 8mg | Potassium: 651mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 29IU | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 2mg