Tasty Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Fries [Crispy & Easy]

Ingredients

• 1 pound Russet Potatoes (scrubbed, skin left on, cut into 1/4‑inch thick fries)
• 2 teaspoon Olive Oil (for coating the fries)
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt (fine sea salt)
• 0.125 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 2 clove Garlic Cloves (finely chopped or minced)
• 0.25 cup Parmesan Cheese (finely grated, fresh)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh Parsley (chopped, flat‑leaf)

Instructions

1. Scrub and Dry Potatoes

   Rinse the potatoes under cold water, scrub the skins clean, then pat them dry with paper towels.

   Time: PT5M

2. Cut Potatoes into Fries

   Slice the potatoes into sticks about 1/4 inch thick, trimming any bad spots for even pieces.

   Time: PT5M

3. Soak Fries in Hot Water

   Place the cut fries in a bowl, cover with hot (but not boiling) water, and let them soak for 15 minutes to remove excess starch.

   Time: PT15M

4. Drain, Rinse, and Dry

   Drain the water, rinse the fries under cold water, then dry them thoroughly with paper towels.

   Time: PT3M

5. Season the Fries

   Transfer the dried fries to a clean mixing bowl. Add olive oil, salt, black pepper, and minced garlic. Toss until every fry is evenly coated.

   Time: PT2M

6. Preheat Air Fryer

   Set the air fryer to 385°F and let it preheat for about 5 minutes.

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 385°F

7. Air Fry the Fries

   Place the seasoned fries in the air fryer basket in a single layer, avoiding overcrowding. Cook at 385°F for 15‑18 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes for even cooking. If you didn’t add garlic earlier, sprinkle it on after the last shake and let it cook for another minute.

   Time: PT17M

   Temperature: 385°F

8. Finish with Parmesan and Parsley

   When the fries are golden and crispy, transfer them to a bowl. Immediately add the grated Parmesan cheese and chopped parsley, tossing until the cheese melts and coats the fries.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

135

Protein

5g

Carbohydrates

20g

Fat

5g

Fiber

2g