Description
Delicious and crispy air fryer fries made from fresh russet potatoes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large russet potatoes
- 3 cups cold water (for soaking)
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 0 teaspoons black pepper
- 0 teaspoons garlic powder
- 0 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 0 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- Cooking spray for the basket
Instructions
- Wash the russet potatoes and peel them if you prefer them without skins. Cut each potato into even 1/4-inch thick sticks so they cook at the same rate.
- Place the cut potatoes in a large bowl and cover them with the cold water. Let them soak for 20 to 30 minutes to remove excess starch, which helps the fries crisp.
- Drain the potatoes and pat them very dry with clean kitchen towels or paper towels. Removing surface moisture is important for crispy fries.
- Return the dried potatoes to a dry mixing bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil and toss until every fry is lightly coated.
- In a small bowl, stir together the salt, black pepper, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder. Sprinkle this seasoning mix over the oiled potatoes and toss again to coat evenly.
- Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C) for 3 to 5 minutes. Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
- Arrange the seasoned fries in a single layer in the basket, avoiding overcrowding. Cook at 380°F (193°C) for 10 to 12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to promote even browning.
- Increase the temperature to 400°F (204°C) and continue cooking for 5 to 8 minutes, shaking once more, until the fries are deep golden and as crispy as you like.
- Transfer the hot fries to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with the dried parsley and taste for seasoning, adding a little extra salt if needed. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- For best results, soak the potatoes for the full duration to ensure maximum crispiness.
- Feel free to experiment with additional seasonings based on your taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 360mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg