Frozen French Fries In The Air Fryer
User Reviews
5
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Cook Time
20 mins
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Total Time
20 mins
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Servings
2
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Calories
1040 kcal
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Cuisine
International
Frozen French Fries In The Air Fryer
Description
This recipe for Frozen French Fries in the Air Fryer uses about 800 grams of frozen fries, spread out evenly in the air fryer basket to avoid overcrowding, which helps produce crispy edges rather than soggy fries. The fries are cooked first at 180°C for twelve minutes, then shaken and lightly sprayed with olive oil to intensify browning during a further eight minutes at 200°C or until desired crispness.
The air fryer circulation produces fried-like texture with less oil and mess than traditional methods. The instructions allow for easy adjustment of cook times depending on personal preferences for fries crispness. The recipe highlights quality frozen fries brands as they impact final taste and texture.
Once cooked, these fries are ready to accompany a wide range of meals or served with dipping sauces. The technique is convenient for both side dishes and snacks, making it a useful method for quickly preparing frozen fries at home.
Ingredients
- 800 g French Fries frozen
- olive oil optional, extra virgin, spray
Kitchen Gadgets
- Air Fryer
Instructions
- Place your frozen French fries in your air fryer. Spread them out to stop them being overcrowded as you don’t want soggy fries.
- Set the temperature to 180c/360f and air fry for 12 minutes.
- Shake the frozen fries, spray the tops with olive oil and cook for a further 8 minutes at 200c/400f or until crispy to your liking.
- Then serve your air fryer fries with your favourite sauces.
Notes
- Use a good quality frozen fry brand for better texture and flavor.
- Spread fries in a single layer to avoid steaming and promote crispiness.
- Lightly spray fries with olive oil after the initial cooking phase to enhance browning.
- Shake the basket during cooking to ensure even frying.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1040 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 100g | |
| Calories | 1040kcal | 52% |
| Carbohydrates | 121g | 40% |
| Protein | 11g | 22% |
| Fat | 60g | 92% |
| Saturated Fat | 18g | 90% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 35g | 175% |
| Sodium | 1960mg | 82% |
| Potassium | 1720mg | 37% |
| Fiber | 18g | 72% |
| Vitamin C | 25mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 5mg | 28% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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