How to Make French Fries in the Air Fryer (Garlic & Parmesan)
These Air Fryer French Fries with Garlic and Parmesan are crispy,
flavorful, and irresistibly good.
They’re a healthier take on classic fries, seasoned to perfection with garlic and topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or party appetizer!
Ingredients
- 3 medium russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika optional, for color and flavor
- 1/2 teaspoon salt or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Instructions:
- Prepare the Potatoes:
- Wash and peel the potatoes (if desired). Slice them into thin, even strips about 1/4 inch thick for even cooking. Place the sliced potatoes in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for 30 minutes. This removes excess starch and helps the fries crisp up better.
- Preheat the Air Fryer:
- Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes.
- Season the Fries:
- Drain the potatoes and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. In a large bowl, toss the fries with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika (if using), salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
- Cook the Fries:
- Place the fries in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding to ensure they cook evenly. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook the fries in batches.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking, until the fries are golden brown and crispy.
- Add Parmesan and Garlic:
- Once the fries are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl. Immediately sprinkle the grated Parmesan over the hot fries and toss to coat evenly. Add fresh parsley for garnish if desired.
- Serve:
- Serve the Garlic & Parmesan Air Fryer Fries hot, with your favorite dipping sauces like ketchup, garlic aioli, or ranch dressing.
- Tips for Perfect Air Fryer French Fries:
- Soaking the potatoes is key for removing excess starch, resulting in crispier fries. Don’t skip this step!
- Ensure the fries are well-dried before seasoning and cooking to prevent them from steaming in the air fryer.
- For extra garlicky flavor, you can toss the hot fries with freshly minced garlic in addition to garlic powder.
- Enjoy your crispy, garlicky Parmesan French Fries straight out of the air fryer!
These Air Fryer French Fries with Garlic and Parmesan are crispy, flavorful, and irresistibly good.
They’re a healthier take on classic fries, seasoned to perfection with garlic and topped with freshly grated Parmesan cheese. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or party appetizer!
Ingredients:
- 3 medium russet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (optional, for color and flavor)
- 1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)
Instructions:
- Prepare the Potatoes:
Wash and peel the potatoes (if desired). Slice them into thin, even strips about 1/4 inch thick for even cooking. Place the sliced potatoes in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for 30 minutes. This removes excess starch and helps the fries crisp up better. - Preheat the Air Fryer:
Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes. - Season the Fries:
Drain the potatoes and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. In a large bowl, toss the fries with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika (if using), salt, and black pepper until evenly coated. - Cook the Fries:
Place the fries in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding to ensure they cook evenly. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook the fries in batches.
Cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes to ensure even cooking, until the fries are golden brown and crispy. - Add Parmesan and Garlic:
Once the fries are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl. Immediately sprinkle the grated Parmesan over the hot fries and toss to coat evenly. Add fresh parsley for garnish if desired. - Serve:
Serve the Garlic & Parmesan Air Fryer Fries hot, with your favorite dipping sauces like ketchup, garlic aioli, or ranch dressing.
Tips for Perfect Air Fryer French Fries:
- Soaking the potatoes is key for removing excess starch, resulting in crispier fries. Don’t skip this step!
- Ensure the fries are well-dried before seasoning and cooking to prevent them from steaming in the air fryer.
- For extra garlicky flavor, you can toss the hot fries with freshly minced garlic in addition to garlic powder.
Enjoy your crispy, garlicky Parmesan French Fries straight out of the air fryer!
