Air Fryer French Fries
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Air Fryer French Fries
Description
This recipe starts by washing russet potatoes and cutting them into ¼-inch thick sticks with skins on, preserving texture and nutrients. The potato sticks are dried thoroughly to ensure crispiness and tossed with olive oil and simple seasoning including paprika, salt, and black pepper.
The fries are cooked in a preheated air fryer at 380ºF in a single layer for 15–18 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even browning. This method yields crisp, golden edges and soft interiors without excess oil.
These air fryer fries serve well as a side dish or snack with condiments like ketchup. The recipe calls for simple, straightforward seasoning that enhances natural potato flavor with a touch of smokiness from the paprika.
Leftover fries can be stored in an airtight container for up to 5 days and reheated in the air fryer to regain crispness.
Ingredients
- 2 russet potato
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- ketchup for serving
Instructions
- Preheat an air fryer to 380ºF.
- Wash the potatoes very well and keep the skin on. Use a sharp knife to cut the potatoes into thin sticks, about ¼-inch in thickness. Pat them dry with paper towels to soak up any moisture.
- Place the potato sticks in a large bowl along with the olive oil, paprika, salt and pepper. Toss to combine.
- Transfer the potatoes to the air fryer and arrange in a single layer. You may need to cook in two batches. Cook until crispy with golden brown edges, shaking the basket halfway through, 15-18 minutes total.
Notes
- Store leftover fries in an airtight container for up to 5 days.
- Reheat fries in a preheated 380ºF air fryer for about 5 minutes to restore crispness.
- Keeping the potato skins adds texture and nutrients, but can be peeled if preferred.
- Ensure the cut fries are dried thoroughly before seasoning to improve crispness in the air fryer.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 232 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 232kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 39g | 13% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 7g | 11% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Sodium | 593mg | 25% |
| Potassium | 903mg | 19% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 1g | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 250IU | 5% |
| Vitamin C | 12mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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Overall Rating
5
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