Crispy Air Fryer French Fries (Printable)
Golden, crunchy fries made in the air fryer with sea salt. Ready in 30 minutes.
# What You Need:
→ Potatoes
01 - 4 large russet potatoes
→ Oil & Seasoning
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon sea salt, plus more to taste
04 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper (optional)
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
# Steps:
01 - Peel the potatoes (optional for a rustic look), then cut them into 1/4-inch thick fries.
02 - Soak the cut potatoes in a large bowl of cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
03 - Drain and thoroughly pat the fries dry with clean kitchen towels.
04 - In a large bowl, toss the fries with olive oil, sea salt, and any optional seasonings.
05 - Preheat the air fryer to 380°F for 3 minutes.
06 - Arrange the fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
07 - Air fry for 18-22 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until fries are golden and crispy.
08 - Taste and sprinkle with extra sea salt if desired. Serve hot.
# Expert Hints:
01 -
- You get that perfect crunch without the mess and heaviness of deep frying
- The soaking trick is what restaurant kitchens do but never tell you
- They are ridiculously customizable once you master the basic method
02 -
- Skip the soaking step and you will end up with limp, disappointing fries every single time
- Overcrowding creates steam which makes fries soggy, so patience with batches pays off
03 -
- Cut your fries uniformly so they finish cooking at the same time
- Double the recipe and freeze the pre-soaked, dried potatoes for instant air fryer nights