Description
Achieve restaurant-quality French fries at home with this simple air fryer method. By soaking Russet potatoes to remove excess starch and utilizing the high-velocity hot air of an air fryer, you get a superior golden crunch with a fluffy interior. This healthier version uses minimal oil, making it the perfect side dish for any meal while keeping the calorie count lower than traditional deep-fried versions.
Ingredients
4 large Russet potatoes
2 tbsp olive oil
1 tsp sea salt
1/2 tsp freshly cracked black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
Instructions
Scrub the potatoes clean and cut them into uniform 1/4-inch thick sticks.
Soak the potato sticks in a bowl of ice-cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch.
Drain the potatoes thoroughly and pat them completely dry with paper towels.
Toss the dried potatoes in a bowl with the olive oil, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder.
Preheat the air fryer to 380°F for 3 minutes.
Arrange the fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Cook for 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even crispiness.
Notes
Ensure the potatoes are completely dry before adding oil to prevent steaming. Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to maintain proper airflow for the best results.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 20
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg