Air Fryer Curly Fries is made with russet potatoes, olive oil, paprika, garlic powder; air fry at 400°F for 15 minutes to serve 4. 220 calories per serving.
Ingredients
Steps
- 1
Spiralize potatoes using a spiralizer, or buy pre-cut curly fries.
- 2
Soak spiralized potatoes in cold water 20 minutes. Drain and dry completely.
- 3
Toss with olive oil and all seasonings.
- 4
Air fry at 400°F for 12-15 minutes, shaking every 4 minutes, until crispy and golden.
- 5
Serve with ranch, cheese sauce, or ketchup.
Tip: A spiralizer tool makes this recipe easy — or buy frozen curly fries and just season them. The seasoning blend is key: paprika, garlic, onion, and cayenne is the classic fast-food curly fry flavor profile. Shake frequently for even cooking of the tangles.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 15 minutes vs ~24 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🫒Uses up to 80% less oil than deep frying, bringing this down to 220 calories per serving.
- ✨Achieves the same golden, crispy texture without submerging food in oil.
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