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Air Fryer French Fries Recipe

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 8 minutes
Soak Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 18 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 371kcal
Author: Becky Hardin
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Equipment

Ingredients

  • 6 large russet potatoes
  • ¼ cup olive oil
  • Kosher salt to taste

Instructions

  • Use a mandoline or knife to cut the potatoes into French fry-shaped pieces.
    6 large russet potatoes
  • Transfer the pieces to a large bowl filled with cold water. Allow the fries to soak for at least 1 hour. Rinse the fries off in a colander.
    raw french fries soaking in water in a stainless steel bowl.
  • Transfer to a baking sheet lined with a paper towel. Pat the fries dry with additional paper towels.
    raw french fries spread out on a baking sheet.
  • Dispose of the paper towel, so just the potatoes remain on the baking sheet.
  • Preheat air fryer to 380°F.
  • Drizzle the potatoes with olive oil and sprinkle with salt.
    ¼ cup olive oil, Kosher salt
    raw french fries on a baking sheet drizzled with olive oil.
  • Arrange 1 batch of fries in an even layer in the air fryer.
    raw french fries in a single layer in an air fryer basket.
  • Cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
    cooked air fryer french fries in an air fryer basket.
  • Transfer to a new baking sheet and place in a warm oven so they stay warm and crispy.
  • Repeat with the remaining fries.

Notes

A serving is 1 potato.
  • You can peel the potatoes or leave them unpeeled.
  • You can soak the potatoes for up to 24 hours before frying. Store them in the refrigerator while they soak.
  • Thoroughly dry the potatoes before air frying them to prevent oil splatter.
  • Don't overcrowd the air fryer or the fries will steam and turn soggy.
  • Serve immediately for the crispiest fries.
Storage: Store air fryer french fries in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Calories: 371kcal | Carbohydrates: 67g | Protein: 8g | Fat: 9g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 7g | Sodium: 406mg | Potassium: 1539mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 4IU | Vitamin C: 21mg | Calcium: 48mg | Iron: 3mg