Air Fryer French Fries Recipe
This Air Fryer French Fries Recipe delivers perfectly crispy fries with minimal oil and effort. Whether you’re serving them as a side dish or snack, these fries are easy, delicious, and a healthier alternative to deep-fried options.
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 28 minutes mins
Course Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 140 kcal
- 2 large Russet potatoes
- 1 ½ tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder optional
- ½ teaspoon paprika optional
Wash and peel the potatoes (optional). Cut them into evenly sized sticks, about ¼-inch thick.
Place the potato sticks in a bowl of cold water and soak for 15–20 minutes. Drain and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the potatoes with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, and paprika until evenly coated.
Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
Arrange the potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, leaving space between them. Cook for 15–20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden and crispy.
Remove the fries from the air fryer and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Storage: Store leftover fries in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer for 3–4 minutes to restore crispiness.
- Freezing: Freeze uncooked, seasoned fries in a single layer on a baking sheet. Once frozen, transfer to a freezer bag. Cook directly from frozen, adding a few extra minutes to the cooking time.
- Oil-Free Option: For oil-free fries, skip the olive oil and spray the basket lightly with cooking spray instead.
Calories: 140kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 400mgPotassium: 10mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 123IUVitamin C: 0.01mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 0.1mg