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Homemade French Fries

Name: Homemade French Fries
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 25 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large russet potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch sticks; 2 tbsp olive oil; 1 tbsp cornstarch; 1 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/4 tsp black pepper; Flaky sea salt; Ketchup; Garlic aioli; Malt vinegar

4.6(5)

25 min

Time

380°F

Temp

230 cal

Cal

Serves

Ingredients

Fries

4 large russet potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch sticks

2 tbsp olive oil

1 tbsp cornstarch

1 tsp salt

Seasoning

1/2 tsp garlic powder

1/4 tsp black pepper

Flaky sea salt

Dipping

Ketchup

Garlic aioli

Malt vinegar

Equipment

Steps

1
Cut potatoes into even 1/4-inch sticks. Soak in cold water for 30 minutes to remove starch.
2
Drain and pat bone-dry with paper towels. Toss with olive oil, cornstarch, and salt.
3
Arrange in a single layer — don't overcrowd. Air fry at 380°F for 20-25 minutes, shaking every 7 minutes.
4
Season with garlic powder, pepper, and flaky salt while still hot.
5
Serve immediately with ketchup, garlic aioli, or malt vinegar.

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Tip: The 30-minute soak removes surface starch — it's the difference between soggy and shattering fries. Cornstarch adds extra crunch. Dry them thoroughly or they'll steam instead of fry.

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