Homemade French Fries is made with russet potatoes, olive oil, cornstarch, garlic powder; air fry at 380°F for 25 minutes to serve 4. 230 calories per serving.
Ingredients
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.
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.
Why Air Fry This?
- ⏱️Ready in 25 minutes vs ~40 in a conventional oven — no preheating needed.
- 🫒Uses up to 80% less oil than deep frying, bringing this down to 230 calories per serving.
- ✨Achieves the same golden, crispy texture without submerging food in oil.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Cook Homemade French Fries at 380°F for 25 minutes. 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.
You need: 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. This recipe serves 4 with 230 calories per serving.
Homemade French Fries takes 25 minutes total at 380°F. Serve immediately with ketchup, garlic aioli, or malt vinegar.
This recipe is rated Easy. It serves 4 and takes just 25 minutes at 380°F.
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