Name: Air Fryer French Fries
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 1 serving
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 russet potato; 2 teaspoons olive, vegetable, avocado or canola oil; 0.5 tsp kosher salt

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Air Fryer French Fries

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Ingredients

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Air Fryer French Fries

1 russet potato

2 teaspoons olive, vegetable, avocado or canola oil

½ tsp kosher salt

Instructions

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Instructions

Scrub the potatoes and peel (if desired). Cut potatoes into even sticks about 1/2 inch thick.

Place the fries in a bowl and drizzle with your chosen oil and the kosher salt. Toss them well to ensure each fry is coated. Alternatively, this step can be done directly in the air fryer basket using spray oil.

Place the seasoned fries in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry at 400°F for 18-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking.

Serve fries with favorite dipping sauce.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Soak and Dry Strategy 💧
Soak cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch, then pat completely dry with paper towels for maximum crispiness in the air fryer.
Oil Distribution Secret 🫒
Toss fries with oil using a light hand—just 1-2 tablespoons per pound—and ensure even coating by mixing in a bowl rather than drizzling directly into the basket.
Optimal Basket Arrangement 📦
Arrange fries in a single layer without overcrowding; work in batches if needed to allow hot air to circulate evenly and prevent steaming.
Mid-Cook Shake Technique 🎯
Shake the basket halfway through cooking (around 10 minutes) to flip fries and ensure even browning on all sides for consistent texture throughout.
Salt Finishing Touch ✨
Season fries with kosher salt immediately after air frying while they're still hot and slightly moist—this helps the salt adhere better than seasoning before cooking.