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Air Fryer French Fries: Crispy golden air fryer french fries in a basket with fluffy interiors and salty texture

Extra Crispy Air Fryer French Fries Recipe

Chef Marcus
Discover how to make Extra Crispy Air Fryer French Fries at home with this easy recipe. Perfect for Crispy Air Fryer Sides that rival fast food.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 220 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Sharp knife

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 2 lbs Russet potatoes scrubbed and cut into 1/4 inch sticks
  • 2 tbsp Olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tsp Salt plus more to taste
  • 0.5 tsp Black pepper freshly ground

Instructions
 

  • Wash and cut the potatoes into uniform sticks, keeping the skin on for texture.
  • Soak the potato sticks in cold water for 10 minutes to remove starch, then pat completely dry with paper towels.
  • Toss the dry potatoes with olive oil, salt, and pepper in a large bowl until evenly coated.
  • Preheat your air fryer to 380°F (195°C) for 3 minutes.
  • Arrange potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they don't touch.
  • Cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden and crispy.
  • Remove immediately and sprinkle with extra salt if desired while hot.
Keyword Air Fryer French Fries