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    The Crispiest Air Fryer Frozen French Fries

    Published: Dec 29, 2020 This post may contain affiliate links · This blog generates income via ads · 8 Comments

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    Air Fryer Frozen French Fries.

    Truly crispy and crunchy air fryer frozen french fries. The perfect last-minute appetizer to make on game day!

    Here’s another great recipe for cooking frozen foods in an air fryer. These Air Fry Frozen French Fries are the perfect last-minute snack option that can be ready in less than 20 minutes.

    The Crispiest Air Fryer Frozen French Fries:

    Cooking frozen french fries in an air fryer requires minimal preparation and cooking process. You just need to throw the frozen fries in the air fryer then fry them at high heat until crispy and fully cooked.

    air fryer frozen fries

    Do I need to Defrost Frozen French Fries Before Frying?

    Do not thaw the frozen fries. Instead, keep them completely frozen before frying to assure that the surface of the potato is sealed during the frying process, resulting in a crispy, restaurant-quality fry.

    How To Make Frozen Fries Crispy

    How To Make Frozen Fries Crispy:

    Frozen fries are a staple freezer item. They are so convenient and easy to prepare.

    Cooking frozen fries in an air fryer will make them truly crispy and crunchy, a very similar texture to deep fried foods. In addition, food cooks faster in an air fryer than in the oven due to rapid circulating air and the smaller size of an air fryer. 

    Crispy Fries

    WHAT TEMPERATURE DO I NEED TO COOK FROZEN FRIES AT?

    Cook the frozen fries at 400°F to yield a crispy, golden brown fries.

    How To Cook Frozen Fries in an Air Fryer

    Please keep in mind that your air fryer may perform differently and cook these fries at different times and rates. For that reason, I highly recommend checking the doneness often after frying it more than 12 minutes to prevent burning.

    So here are some important steps to follow:

    Thick Fries

    Step 1. Choose the Right Type of Frozen Fries

    You can use crinkles or any thick cut frozen fries, seasoned or unseasoned.

    In this recipe, I used Ore-Ida French fries. Kroger® Crinkle Cut French Fries and Signature SELECT Potatoes French Fried Crinkle Cut Classic are pretty tasty too.

    How to Cook Frozen Fries in an Air Fryer

    Step 2. Prepare the Air Fryer

    Preheat the air fryer to 400°F and lightly grease the air basket with oil (optional).

    Crispy Air Fryer Frozen French Fries

    Step 3. Air Fry the Frozen Fries

    Place the frozen fries into an air fryer. Cook for 7 minutes then shake the basket or stir the fries. Continue cooking and shaking the basket every 3 minutes twice. If they are not ready, continue cooking and keep shaking every 1-1½ minutes until the fries are fully cooked and crispy.

    Air Fryer Frozen Fries

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    The Crispiest Air Fryer Frozen French Fries
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    Air Fryer Frozen French Fries

    Rika
    These Air Fry Frozen French Fries are the perfect last minute snack option that can be ready in less than 20 minutes.
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    Prep Time 2 mins
    Cook Time 7 mins
    Course Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine American, Belgian
    Servings 4
    Calories 295 kcal

    Equipment

    • an Air Fryer

    Ingredients
     

    • 1 pound frozen french fries, (Crinkles or Thick Cut, seasoned or unseasoned)
    • salt and pepper , (if needed)

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F and lightly grease the air basket with oil (optional).
    • Place the frozen fries into an air fryer. Cook for 7 minutes then shake the basket or stir the fries. Continue cooking and shaking the basket every 3 minutes twice. If the fries are not ready, continue cooking, keep shaking, and checking the fries very 1-1½ minutes until they are fully cooked and crispy.

    Notes

    Air frying times may vary depending on the thickness of the fries. Be sure to check for doneness at 10 minutes. 

    Nutrition

    Calories: 295kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 3gFat: 17gSaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 556mgPotassium: 488mgFiber: 5gVitamin C: 7mgCalcium: 10mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword Air Fryer Frozen French Fries, Air Fryer Frozen Fries, French Fries, How to Cook Crispy French Fries In an Air Fryer
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    1. jacque hastert

      December 30, 2020 at 11:05 am

      5 stars
      These french fries sound like the perfect addition to any meal or appetizer! I can't wait to start up the air fryer and get to "frying"

      Reply
      • Rika

        January 02, 2021 at 1:00 pm

        Absolutely! Thanks, Jacque!

    2. megan

      December 30, 2020 at 11:15 am

      5 stars
      An awesome air fryer recipe! Yum!

      Reply
      • Rika

        January 02, 2021 at 12:59 pm

        Thanks, Megan!

    3. Kelli McGrane

      December 30, 2020 at 11:22 am

      Love the tips and just how helpful this post is. Excited to try it out soon!

      Reply
      • Rika

        January 02, 2021 at 12:59 pm

        Let me know how it goes, Kelli!

    4. Tara

      December 31, 2020 at 9:42 am

      5 stars
      Just got an air fryer lid for my Instant Pot, and this was the first thing I tried. So easy and SO good!

      Reply
      • Rika

        January 02, 2021 at 12:57 pm

        Thanks for sharing your feedback, Tara!

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