Crispy, golden, and full of flavor, these homemade Air Fryer French Fries are an irresistible side dish or snack made right in the Blackstone Pizza Oven/Air Fryer.
Using just a few simple ingredients, you can enjoy hot, fresh fries without all the oil of traditional deep frying. If you are making a quick snack or a tasty side dish, these air fryer French fries made in your own air fryer are a game changer!
Crispy, flavorful, and incredibly easy, you’ll never want to go back to frozen fries again.
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Ingredients
- Russet Potatoes
- Garlic Parmesan Olive Oil
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Why Do You Soak Potatoes in Water Before Air Frying?
This is an optional step but if you have time, give it a try. Soaking potatoes helps remove excess starch, which can cause fries to stick together and become soggy.
A 30-minute soak in cold water gives you that crispy exterior and fluffy interior that makes French fries so satisfying.
Garlic Parmesan Olive Oil
I love, love, love Delallo’s garlic parmesan dipping oil, but it is sometimes hard to find. It is a very popular product and sometimes grocery stores have a hard time keeping it stocked on their shelves.
My family loves it so much and uses this garlic parmesan olive oil often that my husband has ordered directly from the Delallo company many, many times! If you don’t have access to this product, you can make your own.
Add freshly minced garlic and grated parmesan cheese to your favorite olive oil. Shake to combine. It will not taste as good as the Delallo version but will work in a pinch.
Blackstone Pizza Oven/Air Fryer
After joining the Blackstone Griddle Crew and looking at all the post in our private chat group about the Blackstone Pizza Oven/Air Fryer, I just had to get one. And I fell in love with it!!
Want to Learn More?
- Blackstone Pizza Oven/Air Fryer from Amazon
- Blackstone Pizza Oven/Air Fryer from Blackstone Products
- Pizza Oven Accessories
- Air Fryer Liners
How to Make French Fries in the Air Fryer
Preheat the Air Fryer: Using your Blackstone Pizza Oven/Air Fryer or other air fryer, set the temperature to 400°F.
Prep the Fries: Peel and slice the russet potatoes into even strips. You don’t want too thick of slices, but you don’t want super thin slices either. For best results, aim for uniform sizes to ensure even cooking.
Soak the Sliced Potatoes (optional): Place the raw potato pieces in cold water for 30 minutes (optional but recommended for crispier fries). Then drain and pat dry with paper towels.
Toss the Potato Slices: In a large bowl with the garlic parmesan olive oil, salt, and pepper until well coated.
How to Air Fry Homemade French Fries
Arrange in a Single Layer: Place fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket or tray. Avoid overcrowding. Crispy fries turn out best if a little space is left around each piece.
Cook for 10 minutes: Turn the fries halfway through cooking. I like to use a pair of tongs for easy flipping.
Air Fry until Crispy: Cook 10 minutes longer or until the fries are golden brown and crispy. Cooking times will vary depending on the size of the French fries and the type of air fryer that you are using.
Serve Hot: For best results, serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce. You can also make these Ninja Foodi diced potatoes in your air fryer for a little different side dish.
How to Store Air Fryer Fries
Store any leftover fries in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 6 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 375°F for 3–5 minutes to bring back their crispiness.
How to Reheat French Fries in the Air Fryer
To bring leftover fries back to life, preheat your air fryer to 375°F. Place the fries in the basket or tray and cook for 3–5 minutes, shaking halfway through. They’ll be crispy and delicious again in no time.
What to Serve with Air Fryer Fries
I love to serve my crispy French fries with one of my smashed burgers! This classic pairing is a must try!
My kids love tempura chicken strips or some Fried Chicken Breast with these air fryer French fries. If you want to upscale your dinner, try my griddle garlic butter steaks or garlic butter chicken breast.
Don’t forget the dipping sauces! My family always serves my lick dob recipe (ketchup and mayo sauce), ranch, sriracha aioli, or my pesto mayo.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, but russet potatoes are best for crispy fries.
Use regular olive oil and add fresh minced garlic and grated parmesan cheese.
It’s optional. Leaving the skins on can add texture and nutrients.
Homemade French Fries in Air Fryer
If you are making a quick snack or a tasty side dish, these air fryer French fries made in your own air fryer are a game changer! Crispy, flavorful, and incredibly easy, you’ll never want to go back to frozen fries again.
Ingredients
- Russet Potatoes 3 each
- Garlic Parmesan Olive Oil 2 tablespoons
- Salt, to taste
- Pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Using a Blackstone Pizza Oven/Air Fryer or other air fryer of your choice, set the temperature to 400°F.
- Prep the Raw Fries: Peel and cut the russet potatoes into even strips. You don’t want too thick of pieces, but you don’t want super thin slices either. For best results, aim for uniform size pieces to ensure even cooking.
- Soak the Sliced Raw Potatoes (optional): Place the raw potato pieces in cold water for 10-30 minutes (optional but recommended for crispier fries). Then drain and pat dry with paper towels before moving on to the next step.
- Toss the Potato Fries: In a large bowl with the garlic parmesan olive oil, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Arrange in a Single Layer: Place seasoned raw fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket or tray. Avoid overcrowding the French fries. Crispy fries turn out best if some space is left around each piece.
- Air Fry for 10 minutes: Turn the seasoned fries halfway through cooking. I use a pair of tongs for easy flipping.
- Cook until Crispy: Air Fry 10 minutes longer or until the fries are golden brown and crispy. Air Frying times will vary depending on the size of the French fries and the type of air fryer that you are using.
- Serve the French Fry's Hot: For best results, serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce such as ketchup or my favorite, Lick dob!
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Nutrition Information
Yield
3Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 218Total Fat 5gSaturated Fat 1gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 4gCholesterol 1mgSodium 248mgCarbohydrates 38gFiber 4gSugar 2gProtein 5g
Note: For exact nutritional information, consult your dietitian. All nutritional information is simply a guideline.
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