Air Fryer French Fries
Crispy, golden fries in 12 minutes with zero oil splatter. Cut, season, and air-fry for a snack that tastes restaurant-quality without the deep fryer.
- Total time
- 12 min
- Servings
- 2
- Calories
- 180
- Protein
- 3g
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Ingredients
- 1 lb russet potatoes
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ½ tsp each salt and black pepper
Instructions
- 1
Cut potatoes lengthwise into 1/4-inch-thick sticks. Soak in cold water for 5 minutes to remove starch.
- 2
Drain potatoes and pat completely dry with a kitchen towel.
- 3
Toss fries with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- 4
Spread fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket without crowding.
- 5
Air fry at 400°F for 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. Edges should be golden and crispy.
- 6
Serve immediately while hot and crispy.
Tools you’ll need
- cutting board
- chef's knife
- large bowl
- kitchen towel
- air fryer basket
- air fryer
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