Crispy Homemade Air Fryer Fries (15 min) – Easy Recipe

The key to perfect homemade fries is potatoes! Opt for floury varieties like Bintje , Agata , or Maris Piper : they produce fries that are golden brown and fluffy inside. Avoid new or very firm potatoes, which tend to dry out after cooking. Remember to choose potatoes of a similar size for even cutting and consistent cooking in your air fryer 😊.

1. Peel the potatoes if you prefer classic fries, or keep the skin on for more flavor and fiber 🥗.
2. Cut them into even sticks, neither too thin nor too thick (about the width of a little finger, for perfect balance 😎).
3. Rinse thoroughly with cold water to remove the starch. This prevents the fries from sticking and makes them nice and crispy!
4. Thoroughly dry the fries with a clean cloth or paper towel. The drier they are, the more they will brown 🔥.

• A touch of oil: Add a tablespoon of vegetable oil (rapeseed, sunflower or olive) for every 600g of fries. Mix well to coat each fry.
• Spices and salt: Sprinkle with paprika, herbs, garlic powder or a little chili if you want to spice things up! Salt is best added after cooking to keep it crispy 🍟.
• Preheating: Preheat your air fryer for three minutes for a thermal shock and better browning.
• Spacing: Spread the fries in a single layer in the basket, without overlapping them. If you're making a lot, do it in several batches for a perfect result 👌.

1. Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (or use the fryer setting if available).
2. Arrange the fries well spaced out in the basket.
3. Start cooking for about fifteen minutes. Halfway through (around seven minutes), shake the basket so that all sides brown evenly 🌀.
4. Keep an eye on them as they finish cooking: adjust the cooking time according to the size of the fries and your machine. The fries are ready when they are golden brown and crispy on the outside, and soft on the inside 😍.

Quick tip: if you like your fries very golden, add two minutes to the cooking time. Use a silicone spatula to remove them without damaging the coating of your air fryer.

• Pair your homemade fries with a yogurt-garlic sauce, homemade ketchup or light mayo for even more enjoyment.
• Vary the flavors by adding Cajun spices, herbs de Provence or grated parmesan just after cooking 😋.
• Craving crunchy vegetables? Discover all our air fryer recipes and get inspired by the healthy ideas in the complete air fryer guide .

For an ultra-light version, serve them with a green salad or crudités 🥕. And for fans of homemade burgers, air-fried fries are the perfect combo!

• Why aren't my fries crispy? The secret is a good rinse, thorough drying, and not overloading the basket. A drizzle of oil also helps a lot!
• Should you soak fries before cooking? Yes, you can soak them for twenty minutes in cold water, then dry them well. They will become even crispier.
• Can you cook other vegetables like fries? Absolutely! Sweet potatoes, carrots, and parsnips are perfect for air frying. For more ideas, visit our air fryer recipe page.
• Where can you find more tips for perfect fries? Take a look at this external guide from Femme Actuelle .