Easy Air Fryer French Fries Recipe

Air fryer french fries golden crispy homemade recipe with perfect texture and sea salt

5 from 1 vote

These crispy air fryer french fries deliver restaurant-quality golden perfection with fluffy interiors and crunchy exteriors. Every bite brings back childhood memories of your favorite fries, creating comfort food magic that transforms simple potatoes into extraordinary satisfaction.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 20

Preheating Time 3

Total Time 33

Servings:4

Course:Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine:American

Calories:165kcal

Cost:$3.25

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

1 pound russet golden or red potatoes washed and scrubbed
1 tablespoon avocado oil or oil of choice
To taste - salt for seasoning
To taste - black pepper freshly ground
½ cup mayonnaise optional, for sriracha mayo
2 tablespoons ketchup optional, for sriracha mayo
1 teaspoon sriracha sauce optional, adjust to taste
1 tablespoon Parmesan cheese optional, finely grated
1 tablespoon fresh parsley optional, finely chopped

Equipment

1 air fryer To cook fries at 400°F for crispy results
1 Sharp knife or vegetable cutter To cut potatoes into uniform strips
1 Paper towels To dry potatoes thoroughly before cooking
1 Large bowl To toss potatoes with oil and seasonings
1 Wooden spoon To stir fries during cooking process

Method

Prep Your Air Fryer Preheat your air fryer to 400°F. Cut 5-7 golden potatoes into semi-thin strips using a sharp knife or vegetable cutter for consistent sizing and even cooking.
Rinse and Dry Rinse potato strips in cold water to remove excess starch, then pat completely dry with paper towels. This step is crucial for achieving maximum crispiness.
Season and Oil Toss dried fries with 1 tablespoon avocado oil, salt, and pepper to taste. Make sure every strip is evenly coated for consistent browning and flavor distribution.
First Cook Cycle Add seasoned fries to the air fryer basket and cook for 10 minutes. Don't overcrowd the basket to ensure proper air circulation for even cooking.
Stir and Continue After 10 minutes, stir fries with a wooden spoon, then air fry for another 10-15 minutes until you achieve that perfect golden crispy texture.
Make the Sauce While fries cook, combine mayo, ketchup, and sriracha sauce. Adjust ingredients to your taste preference or simply serve with classic ketchup.
Garnish and Serve Garnish hot fries with Parmesan cheese and fresh parsley. Serve immediately with spicy mayo or ketchup for the ultimate experience.

Nutrition

Serving: 125gCalories: 165kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 0.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 2.8gSodium: 295mgPotassium: 620mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 1.2mg

Notes

The secret to perfect air fryer french fries lies in removing excess starch and ensuring your potatoes are completely dry before cooking. This creates that irresistible crispy exterior and fluffy interior that brings families together around plates of golden comfort food perfection that rivals any restaurant.