Air Fryer French Fries

Name: Air Fryer French Fries
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 2 russet potatoes cut into 1/4-inch sticks; Extra-virgin olive oil; Sea salt; Fresh herbs optional, for serving; Chili powder optional, for serving; Chipotle powder optional, for serving; Ketchup optional, for serving; Mustard optional, for serving; Mayo optional, for serving; Chipotle sauce optional, for serving

Crisp-edged, creamy-centered fries made with just potatoes, olive oil, and salt — the air fryer does the rest.

DifficultyEasyTotal time35 minServes4

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Overview

Prep5 min

Cook30 min

Total35 min

Servings4

DifficultyEasy

Equipment

Air fryer
Large bowl
Knife and cutting board

Method

Preheat the air fryer

Preheat the air fryer to 380°F.

Cut the potatoes

Cut the potatoes into roughly equal 1/4-inch sticks.

Season

Toss lightly with olive oil and salt.

Arrange in the basket

Arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket without crowding.

Air fry

Air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway.

Repeat in batches

Repeat in batches.

Combine

Once all batches are finished, return all the fries to the basket together.

Re-crisp

Air fry for another 1-2 minutes to reheat and re-crisp them.

Serve

Season and serve immediately.

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Tips

NoteDon't crowd the basket. This is one of those annoying instructions that actually matters.

NoteI also leave the skins on. Less work, more texture — an excellent arrangement.

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Nutrition

AllergensNone of the major allergens

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Storage

Best freshFries are best straight from the basket; re-crisp leftovers in the air fryer for a couple of minutes.

Frequently asked

Do I need to soak the potatoes?+

Not for this version. Just cut them evenly so they cook at the same rate.

Can I make these in the oven?+

Yes — spread them on a baking sheet at 425°F and roast, flipping once, until golden.

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