The Ultimate Guide to Air Fryer French Fries

🍟Blanching the fries before air frying helps remove excess starch and achieve a golden, crispy result.

🔥Twice frying the fries at different temperatures adds extra crunchiness and creaminess to the final result.

🥔Using russet potatoes and cutting them evenly with a potato cutter ensures consistent cooking and texture.

🧂Seasoning the fries with salt after air frying enhances the flavor while they're still hot.

🏆The ultimate air fryer for making french fries is the Kosori Pro 2.5, which delivers consistent results and has customizable presets.

Why should the fries be soaked in water before air frying?

—Soaking the fries removes excess starch, resulting in crisper and less greasy french fries.

Can I use other types of potatoes for making french fries in an air fryer?

—Russet potatoes are recommended for making the best french fries in an air fryer, but you can experiment with other potato varieties for different results.

Why is it important to blanch the fries before air frying?

—Blanching the fries helps partially cook and remove excess starch, resulting in a better texture and browning when air fried.

What oil is recommended for air frying french fries?

—Avocado oil is ideal for air frying french fries due to its high smoke point, but any oil with a high smoke point can be used.

How do I prevent the fries from sticking to the air fryer basket?

—Coating the fries with a light layer of oil before air frying can help prevent sticking.

01:16Introduction to the importance of air frying french fries perfectly.

03:56Overview of the three-step process for making the best air fryer french fries.

06:36Demonstration of the basic fry technique and initial results.

08:40Introduction of the twice fried method for achieving maximum crispiness and creaminess.

10:16Explanation of the Heston Blumenthal recipe for the ultimate french fries.

11:31Comparisons and tasting of the different fry techniques and results.

12:55Overview of the recommended air fryer and fry sauce for the best fries.

13:28Final tips and conclusion for making perfect air fryer french fries.