Crispy Homemade Air Fryer Fries (Printable)
Golden, crispy air-fryer fries tossed in olive oil and seasonings, ready in about 35 minutes.
# What You'll Need:
→ Potatoes
01 - 4 large russet potatoes
→ Seasoning & Oil
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
05 - 1/2 teaspoon paprika, optional
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, optional
# Steps:
01 - Wash the russet potatoes thoroughly. Peel if desired. Slice potatoes lengthwise into 1/4-inch thick sticks using a sharp knife and cutting board.
02 - Submerge cut potato sticks in a large bowl of cold water and soak for 30 minutes to eliminate excess starch.
03 - Drain the potatoes and use kitchen towels to dry them thoroughly to prevent soggy fries.
04 - Place the fries in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, add sea salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder. Toss until the potatoes are evenly coated.
05 - Preheat the air fryer to 380°F for 3 minutes to ensure an even cooking environment.
06 - Arrange the seasoned fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding; cook in batches if necessary.
07 - Cook the fries for 15–20 minutes, removing and shaking the basket halfway through to promote even crisping. Continue until fries are golden and crisp.
08 - Season the fries with additional sea salt to taste, if desired, and serve immediately while hot.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- Your kitchen fills with the irresistible aroma of crisping potatoes without heavy splatters or mess.
- You control every sprinkle of salt and seasoning, making it a custom treat every single time.
02 -
- Skipping the soaking step leads to soggy disappointment—resist the urge to rush.
- Using a super clean, dry towel to blot every single fry changed my results from limp to lacy and crisp.
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- Letting the fries sit for a minute after air frying gives them an irresistible final crunch.
- A finishing sprinkle of flaky sea salt right after cooking transports the flavor to diner-level goodness.