These Air Fryer Fries are warm, crispy, seasoned to perfection and out of this world! This 20-minute recipe is sure to become a family favorite side dish, snack or appetizer. Gluten-free, vegan and Whole30-compliant!
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Crispy Air Fryer Fries
French fries will always be a classic, and this Air Fryer Fries recipe makes it easier than ever to make them! They come out nice and crispy, and you can season them however you’d like. You can forget about fast food french fries, because these homemade ones are so much better!
They come together in 20 minutes or less, and all you have to do is flip them over halfway through the cooking process. Other than that, your air fryer does all the work for you!
Want to switch up your fries? Try our Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries or Air Fryer Avocado Fries and if you like cooking with your air fryer, be sure to check out my air fryer guide for helpful tips and tricks.
Are Air Fryer Fries Healthier?
Not only are air fryer french fries easier than oven-baked fries, but they’re actually healthier too! You only need half a tablespoon of oil to make them. They also get crispier in the air fryer than they do in the oven. This guilt-free, mess-free recipe will have you serving everything with a side of fries!
What You’ll Need
You only need a few basic ingredients to make these french fries. You can switch up the seasonings, if desired, or adjust the amounts you use to taste.
- Medium Russet Potatoes: Scrubbed, rinsed and dried.
- Avocado Oil: Or olive oil.
- Coarse Sea Salt: Or kosher salt, to taste.
- Freshly Cracked Black Pepper: To taste.
- Garlic Powder: You’ll need about 1/4 teaspoon.
- Chopped Parsley: For serving.
- Fry Sauce: And/or ketchup, for serving.
How to Make Fries in the Air Fryer
This recipe differs a little bit depending on the air fryer you’re using. Some require preheating, some don’t – either way, the process is super simple!
- Preheat Air Fryer: If your air fryer requires preheating, preheat it to 380°F.
- Cut Potatoes: Slice the potatoes into even ¼ inch strip fries. You can use a fry cutter if you have one.
- Season Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with oil and season them with salt, black pepper and garlic powder.
- Cook: Working in batches (depending on the size of your air fryer), place the fries in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not crowding or overlapping. Air fry at 380°F for 12 to 16 minutes (or longer), flipping halfway through. Remove them from the air fryer once they’re golden brown, or when they’ve reached your desired crispiness.
- Serve: Transfer the fries to a serving platter and sprinkle them with coarse salt and chopped fresh parsley. Serve with your desired dipping sauces and enjoy!
Tips for Success
New to making french fries? Not used to cooking with the air fryer? These tips and tricks will answer all your questions!
- Avoid Overstuffing the Air Fryer Basket: Your fries should not be touching very much or overlapping at all in the air fryer basket. They need a little space in order to crisp up. I highly recommend working in batches. If the earlier batches get cold before it’s time for serving, you can heat them back up in the air fryer for a minute or two.
- Use a Fry Cutter: If you want to cut out perfect fries in a matter of seconds, a fry cutter is the way to go. Otherwise, just make sure all the fries are the same size (about 1/4 inch thick).
- Season & Cook to Taste: Feel free to play around with the seasonings you use according to your tastes and preferences. And when it comes to the crispiness of the fries, don’t be afraid to try one out to make sure it’s satisfactory.
- Don’t Forget to Flip: It’s important to flip your fries over at the halfway point. You can use tongs to do this safely and easily.
Serving Suggestions
French fries are a fantastic side dish for all sorts of entrees! The following recipes are especially tasty with a side of air fryer fries.
- Serve with Sandwiches: These Chaffle Sandwiches are tons of fun, and they go so well with french fries! Made with eggs, cheese, veggies and a waffle maker, these low-carb sandwiches hit the spot every time.
- Pair with Steak: Steak and potatoes are a classic combination. My husband loves pairing these fries with a juicy Air Fryer Steak!
- Serve with Chili: My family is obsessed with this Vegan Chili, and we also love these fries! It only makes sense to put the two together. So yummy!
- You can’t beat the classic combo of fries with a Burger in a Bowl!
How to Store and Reheat Leftovers
Leftover fries should be refrigerated in an airtight container and reheated within 4-5 days. Reheat your french fries in the air fryer at 360°F for 3 to 5 minutes, or until they’re warm and crispy.
More Air Fryer Recipes
Looking for more tasty things to make in your air fryer? You’ll love these easy air fried side dishes too!
These Air Fryer Fries are warm, crispy, seasoned to perfection and out of this world! This 20-minute recipe is sure to become a family favorite side dish, snack or appetizer. Gluten-free, vegan and Whole30-compliant!
- 2 medium russet potatoes scrubbed, rinsed and dried
- 1/2 tbsp avocado oil or olive oil
- 1/2 tsp coarse sea salt or kosher salt, to taste
- freshly cracked black pepper to taste
- 1/4 tsp garlic powder
- chopped parsley for serving
- Compliant ketchup , for serving (we like Primal Kitchen)
If your air fryer requires preheating, preheat to 380°F, as needed.
Slice potatoes into even ¼ inch strip fries or alternatively you can use a fry cutter if you have one.
In a large bowl, toss the potatoes with oil and season with salt, black pepper and garlic powder.
Working in batches (depending on the size of your air fryer), place the fries in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not crowding or overlapping.
Air fry at 380°F for 12 to 16 minutes (or longer), flipping halfway through, until desired crispness or until golden brown.
Transfer to a serving platter and sprinkle with coarse salt, chopped fresh parsley and serve with desired dipping sauce.
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