Enjoy the crispiest Air Fryer Fries, robustly seasoned and delivering the best crunchy texture. You’ll hardly believe these are made with minimal oil and aren’t deep fried!
author’s note
The Best Way To Eat Fries!
After making these air fryer potatoes and realizing they might be the yummiest thing I’ve ever eaten, I knew I had to create an air fryer fry recipe. And yep, it did not disappoint!
Not only are they better than regular fries, but they’re also way easier than hand frying and much better for you!
Trust me, you’ll never want to make fries any other way after this!
Air Fryer Fries Ingredients
- Russet potatoes: We want a high-starch potato for maximum crispiness.
- Olive oil: Important for crisping.
- Garlic powder and onion powder: Add flavor with no chopping required!
- Paprika: Use sweet for a milder flavor, smoked for more depth.
- Dried oregano and dried parsley: These dried herbs offer a more complex flavor.
- Fine sea salt: The smaller grains adhere better.
- Black pepper: We love table grind on these.
How To Make Air Fryer Fries
- Prepare: Clean and slice potatoes; rinse and thoroughly dry.
- Season: Mix potatoes with oil and seasonings.
- Arrange: Single layer in air fryer, cook in batches.
- Cook: 10 minutes, toss, then 6-10 more minutes.
- Serve: Adjust seasoning if needed, and enjoy.
Quick Tip
If you’re prepping potatoes in advance, store them in cold water. That’ll prevent browning if they sit for a while. Be sure to dry well before cooking.
Serve Alongside
- Burgers: Beef, chicken, veggie.
- Grilled meats: Steak, chicken.
- Fish: Grilled, baked, or fried.
- Sandwiches: Club, Turkey Bacon Avocado.
- Salads: Caesar, Italian, garden.
Dip In
- Ketchup: Classic favorite.
- Chick-Fil-A Sauce: Sweet and tangy.
- Ranch: Cool and herby.
- BBQ sauce: Sweet and smoky.
- Aioli: Garlic-flavored mayo.
- Vinegar: Sharp and tangy.
Storage
Leftover Air Fryer Fries?
These fries are best enjoyed fresh, but if you have leftovers, here’s what to do:
- Cool completely: Let fries cool to room temperature.
- Airtight container: Place in an airtight container or resealable bag.
- Refrigerate: Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat: Reheat in the air fryer for the best texture.
More Air Fryer Recipes:
- Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes
- Air Fryer Donuts
- Grilled Cheese
- Air Fryer Breakfast Potatoes
- Air Fryer Chicken Tenders
Air Fryer Fries
Equipment
- Air fryer 6-quart
Ingredients
Instructions
- Scrub potatoes and peel them. Slice the potatoes into even 1/4-inch thick strips. If any strips are longer than 3 inches, cut them in half. Rinse potato strips under cold water, then dry them completely. Damp potatoes won’t crisp well.
- In a separate bowl (not the air fryer basket), combine the potato strips and all remaining ingredients. Toss everything together until the potatoes are evenly coated.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F. If your model doesn’t have a preheat function, run it empty for 3 minutes at 400°F. Place half the seasoned potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap.
- Air fry for 10 minutes, then toss the potato strips. Spread them back into an even layer and continue air frying for an additional 6–10 minutes, or until they are golden and crispy.
- Since air fryer models vary, check the fries periodically. If they aren’t as crispy as you like, continue air frying and check every 1–2 minutes.
- Season to taste with salt. Serve immediately and enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce.
Recipe Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
As chelsea’s sister and employee, I have made this recipe many times and it is the ONLY way I make fries now! Soo good!