Fresh French Fries Ingredients

• 2 medium Russet potatoes (about 1 pound)
• 1 tablespoon olive oil or vegetable oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (optional)
• Additional seasonings (optional, such as garlic powder, paprika, or cayenne pepper)

Fresh French Fries Instructions

1. Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly. You can peel them if you prefer, but leaving the skin on gives the fries a rustic look and added texture.
2. Slice the potatoes into 1/4-inch thick sticks. Try to make them as uniform as possible for even cooking.
3. Soak the potato sticks in a bowl of cold water for at least 30 minutes to remove excess starch. This step helps to achieve a crispier texture.
4. Drain the potato sticks and pat them dry using a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Make sure to remove as much moisture as possible.
5. Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
6. In a large bowl, toss the potato sticks with olive oil or vegetable oil. Then, sprinkle with salt, black pepper, and any additional seasonings you desire. Mix well to ensure even coating.
7. Place the seasoned potato sticks in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not overcrowded. You may need to cook the fries in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
8. Cook the fries at 375°F (190°C) for 12-15 minutes. Shake the basket or use tongs to flip the fries halfway through the cooking time for even browning.
9. Check the fries for desired doneness. If needed, cook for an additional 2-5 minutes, until they reach your preferred level of crispiness.
10. Carefully remove the fries from the air fryer and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil.
11. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or ketchup. Enjoy your delicious air fryer French fries!

Frozen French Fries Ingredients

• 1 pound frozen French fries
• Cooking spray (optional)
• Salt, pepper, and additional seasonings (optional)

Frozen French Fries Instructions

1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
2. If your frozen French fries are not pre-seasoned, you can toss them in a bowl with a small amount of salt, pepper, and any additional seasonings you desire. If they are already seasoned, you can skip this step.
3. Optional: Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray to prevent the fries from sticking. This step is not required for most air fryers, but it may be helpful for some models.
4. Place the frozen French fries in the air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure they are not overcrowded. You may need to cook the fries in batches depending on the size of your air fryer.
5. Cook the fries at 400°F (200°C) for 12-15 minutes. Shake the basket or use tongs to flip the fries halfway through the cooking time for even browning.
6. Check the fries for desired doneness. If needed, cook for an additional 2-5 minutes, until they reach your preferred level of crispiness.
7. Carefully remove the fries from the air fryer and transfer them to a plate lined with paper towels to absorb any excess oil, if necessary.
8. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or ketchup. Enjoy your delicious air-fried frozen French fries!