Air Fryer French Fries – A Simple Homemade Recipe Leave a comment

Enjoy the crispiness of homemade air fryer French fries—they’re just as crunchy as regular ones but use way less oil. With only 3 simple ingredients, they’re a breeze to make and absolutely delicious.

Looking for a quick and tasty side to go with your burgers during the holidays or on weekends? These air fryer French fries are the perfect choice!

No need to ponder over making your favourite restaurant-style fries at home. If you’ve got an air fryer, we’ve got you covered on how to whip up these delightful fries in your own kitchen.

Air fryer French fries are much like the traditional ones—crispy on the outside, creamy inside, and lightly salted. The game-changer? You only need a touch of oil to achieve that perfect crispiness, making them a healthier alternative.

Great news for French fry enthusiasts! Indulge in the irresistible sweetness of these fries without compromising your commitment to a healthy lifestyle.

With just 3 basic ingredients, they’re quick to cook and emerge from the fryer hot, crunchy, and utterly addictive. Try them once, and you’ll be coming back for more.

Air Fryer French Fries Recipe

Air fryer French Fries are incredibly crispy and tasty! You only need to savour the taste to experience its goodness.

Whether you prefer them as is or jazzed up with herbs, spices, or your go-to dipping sauce, they’re a delightful treat.

Equipment

Royal 7.2L Air Fryer (RAF9005T-GS)

Below are the ingredients you’ll need to cook air fryer French Fries. This recipe serves 4 people

Ingredients:

• Potatoes, sliced into 1/4-inch sticks or bagged French Fries

• Olive oil
• Salt

Seasonings & dips (optional):

• Ketchup
• Chili powder

Instructions

1. Heat up the air fryer to 193°C (380°F).
   1. 2. Drizzle olive oil over the potatoes, add salt, and give them a good toss to cover them evenly.
   1. 3. Arrange the potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they don’t overlap. You may need to do this in batches. Air fry for 12 to 15 minutes*, flipping halfway, until they’re nice and crispy. If they’re not crispy enough, give them a bit more time.
   1. 4. Once all batches are done, throw them back into the air fryer (no need for a single layer this time) for 1 to 2 minutes to warm up and re-crisp any that cooled down from the earlier batches.
   1. 5. Serve with your favorite seasonings and dips.

Additional Tips

Keep in mind, cooking times can vary among air fryers. If your fries aren’t crispy at 15 minutes, keep air frying until they reach the desired crispiness.

How to Make Air Fryer French Fries

Here’s a simple guide for your fry-making adventure:

Start by chopping your potatoes into roughly 1/4-inch-thick pieces, aiming for a consistent size to ensure even cooking.

No need to peel—keeping the skin adds a nice crispiness. Toss the potato strips with olive oil and salt.

Now, for the first batch, arrange the potato pieces in a single layer in the air fryer basket, giving them a bit of breathing room.

This space allows the hot air to work its magic on all sides, resulting in that perfect golden brown and crisp texture.

Air fry at 193°C or 380°F for 12 to 15 minutes, flipping halfway. They’re ready when they’re crisp and nicely browned.

Repeat the process with the remaining potatoes, making sure not to overcrowd the basket for optimal crispiness.

Finally, bring them all together! After the last batch, toss all the fries back into the air fryer basket (no need to worry about a single layer this time) and cook for an additional 1 to 2 minutes to warm up and re-crisp the earlier batches.

Once all the air fryer French fries are irresistibly crispy, take them out, and enjoy!

Top Tips for Perfect Fries

• Work in batches: Make sure to arrange the potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving a bit of space between each. Avoid overcrowding to prevent steaming, which can hinder crispiness. It’s likely you’ll need to work in batches to give them enough room.
• Not crispy yet? Keep cooking: Timing varies with different air fryers. Check the first batch around the 12-minute mark and adjust based on their appearance. If they’re not crispy, continue cooking until they reach the desired texture.
• Taste over appearance for doneness: Air fryer French fries can look done before they truly are. Sample a fry from each batch to ensure it is tender inside and crispy outside before moving on.
• Toss them all in together at the end: Since you’ll be working in batches, some fries may sit around. To avoid cold, soggy fries, toss them all back into the air fryer together (no need to worry about space) for 1 to 2 minutes before serving. This quick step reheats and crisps up the earlier batches. Enjoy!

Air Fryer French Fries Serving Ideas

These air fryer French fries are a delightful snack or appetizer on their own. Enjoy them with a classic sprinkle of salt and pepper, or get creative with chili powder, garlic powder, or onion powder.

They’re also perfect for dipping—try the classic ketchup and mustard combo or explore other tasty options. Bon Appétit!