The Perfect Crispy Air Fried French Fries (Healthy + Easy!) 🍟🔥

Ingredients

• 4 medium Russet Potatoes (washed, optionally peeled, cut into 1/4‑inch sticks)
• 2 tablespoons Olive Oil (extra‑virgin, for coating)
• 1 teaspoon Salt (kosher or sea salt)
• 0.5 teaspoon Paprika (optional, for flavor and color)

Instructions

1. Wash and Peel Potatoes

   Scrub the potatoes under cold running water. Peel them if you prefer skin‑less fries.

   Time: PT5M

2. Cut Potatoes into Fries

   Slice each potato into uniform sticks about 1/4‑inch thick for even cooking.

   Time: PT5M

3. Soak the Cut Fries

   Place the cut fries in a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for 15 minutes to remove excess starch.

   Time: PT15M

4. Drain and Dry

   Drain the water using a colander, then pat the fries completely dry with kitchen towels or paper towels.

   Time: PT5M

5. Season the Fries

   Transfer the dried fries to a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, sprinkle salt and optional paprika, then toss until evenly coated.

   Time: PT5M

6. Preheat the Air Fryer

   Set the air fryer to 400°F and let it preheat for about 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 400°F

7. First Air‑Fry Cycle

   Place the seasoned fries in the air‑fryer basket in a single layer (cook in batches if needed). Air fry for 15 minutes at 400°F.

   Time: PT15M

   Temperature: 400°F

8. Shake and Finish

   After 15 minutes, pull out the basket, shake it to turn the fries, then air fry for an additional 5 minutes at 400°F.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 400°F

9. Serve

   Remove the fries, taste and add a pinch of extra salt if needed. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

250

Protein

3 g

Carbohydrates

35 g

Fat

10 g

Fiber

3 g