Air Fryer Home Fries
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Air Fryer Home Fries
Description
Potatoes are washed, dried, and uniformly cut into half-inch pieces to ensure even cooking in the air fryer. Seasoned with a blend of garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, sea salt, and black pepper, the potatoes develop a flavorful crust as they air fry at 400°F. Lightly sprayed with avocado oil helps with crisping without excess oiliness.
The result is tender fries with crispy edges that maintain a pleasant texture throughout. The air frying process circulates hot air for even cooking and reduces the need for deep frying. Checking potatoes after 12 minutes can help prevent over or undercooking.
This side dish pairs well with various meals and provides a quick alternative to oven roasting or frying. Leftovers can be refrigerated and reheated within a few days without losing their appeal.
The recipe emphasizes equal sizing for consistent results and allows oil spray to be swapped for olive oil if preferred. Yukon Gold and Russet potatoes are recommended for their texture and flavor when cooked this way.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs potato
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- ½ tsp salt sea salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- Avocado oil spray
Instructions
- First, wash and dry potatoes. Cut into ½ inch pieces. Place in bowl.
- Lightly spray potatoes with nonstick spray. Add all seasonings to the bowl.
- Toss potatoes until fully coated in seasonings.
- Arrange potatoes in one even layer on air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 to 17 minutes.
- Finally, remove from air fryer and serve!
Notes
- Cut potatoes evenly to about ½ inch for consistent cooking.
- Use Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes for best texture and flavor.
- Lightly spray with avocado oil or drizzle olive oil before seasoning.
- Check the fries after 12 minutes as air fryer models vary; total cook time may be 15-17 minutes.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 178 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 178kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 40g | 13% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1g | 1% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.01g | 0% |
| Sodium | 305mg | 13% |
| Potassium | 966mg | 21% |
| Fiber | 5g | 20% |
| Sugar | 2g | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 25IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 46mg | 51% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 3% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.