Air Fryer French Fries Recipe

4.78 from 9 votes

This Air Fryer French Fry Recipe cooks fries with much less oil than the deep frying method and still results in a golden brown, crispy texture.

Step-by-step photos can be seen below the recipe card.

Prep Time10

Cook Time8

Soak Time1

Total Time1 18

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Use a mandoline or knife to cut the potatoes into 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.
Transfer to a baking sheet lined with a paper towel. Pat the fries dry with additional paper towels. 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
Arrange 1 batch of fries in an even layer in the air fryer.
Cook for 8-10 minutes until golden brown and crispy.
Transfer to a new baking sheet and place in a warm oven so they stay warm and crispy.
Repeat with the remaining fries and serve immediately.

You can soak the potatoes for up to 24 hours before frying. Store them in the refrigerator while they soak. Soaking removes excess starch, which keeps the potatoes from sticking together. It also helps to ensure that the potatoes will be extra crispy once air-fried!
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.