Air Fryer French Fries - Food Wishes

Is it possible to make French fries in an air fryer that are just as crispy and amazing as the ones done in a traditional deep fryer? Of course not. However, this very simple procedure will get you pretty close, with less fat, and much less of a mess.

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[ameershehzad]

I don't even use an air fryer for it's health benefits, it's just SO MUCH more convenient than actually frying! Thanks Chef John!

[sarad]

Air fryer pro tip: reheat your restaurant leftovers in your air fryer. Cheeseburgers, fries, pizza, ribs... just about everything. I've never found a better way to reheat.

[instinctblues]

I'd recommend adding baking soda to the boiling water when soaking. This will help with the crispiness.

[stephanie]

Air fryers are great especially if you are only cooking for 2 or 3. Roasted little potatoes are really good, because you get every side roasted and not sitting in grease.

[bbqaddict]

All due respect. Me- "This mans voice drives me nuts." Also me - Cant stop watching. 13 years on Youtube. Well done.

[juhakinnunen]

You also can dry potatoes in airfryer, it warms up at the same time. Once the potatoes are dried in a few minutes, take them out and do the oil-seasoning and then back in the fryer.

[kiltlvr]

Chef John, I’m 60 years old and have been cooking a long time. This Christmas I bought myself my first ever food processor. I also bought an Instant Pot a few months ago. It’s never too late to try new kitchen gadgets (and I love them both a lot).

[TheDaringPastry]

Pro tip for air fryer, do "grilled" cheese sandwiches in them. Do it like a normal grilled cheese (preheat airfryer for 2-3 mins to 400). Pam or butter on the bread, 3-4 mins each side. One of my fav ways to make a "grilled" cheese now. After I flip it, I sprinkle a little cheese on top so it can scorch I made one tonight with Kentucky ham, cheese and honey mustard dressing. SOOOO GOOD

[ninjapig]

“You are the Mike Tyson of your fries son” this is easily the best one yet

[joaovictordecampos]

You know Chef John is a beast of a man, not just by his absolutely beautiful voice, but also, the man just picks up a metal bowl full of boiling water like it's nothing

[aclabonte]

You certainly haven't missed the instant pot craze; I know plenty of folks including myself who just recently got one. We'd love to see a recipe or two for it from you!

[marwanaljohary]

My little brother can't sleep unless I play him one of chef john's vids
His voice is so soothing.

[opashbg]

When Chef John said "Spread them out to a single layer" and gosh was I expecting him to start singing "All the single layers, all the single layers" like in his crouton video...aprox 9-10 years ago :)

[mandobat]

Chef John it's not too late! I still would like to see some instant pot/pressure cooker recipes!

[Feta_Cheezz_Montgomery_Burns]

You are the Town Crier of your Air Fryer.

[carolinamartins]

That's a great way of making french fries! I will be doing them this weekend. What I usually season mine with is Cayenne, white pepper, and garlic and onion powder. Tastes amazing!

[Bigmbrennan]

I just like that he's honest about the results

[pistolpete]

I use the air fryer for everything. It's one of the most convenient gadgets ever created

[AbiCroCro]

I’m listening in the kitchen and from outside the kitchen door I hear my boyfriend mumbling along in his best Chef John impression.

[mischief]

Between your voice and Binging with Babish's both talking about food, I'm hungry and entertained all the time. Thanks, Chef!