Homemade Air Fryer Fries vs Fast Food (The Results Surprised Me)

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Avocado oil has a higher smoke point and is healthier.

paprika

🥗Healthier: smoked paprika

💰Cheaper: cayenne pepper

Smoked paprika adds flavor without increasing calories.

cayenne pepper

🥗Healthier: red pepper flakes

💰Cheaper: chili powder

Red pepper flakes provide a similar heat with more availability.

parsley

🥗Healthier: cilantro

💰Cheaper: green onions

Cilantro adds freshness and is often more affordable.

Slice russet potatoes into thin fries.

Soak the sliced potatoes to remove starch.

Boil the potatoes for about 5 minutes until tender but still firm.

Drain the potatoes and pat them dry with paper towels.

Transfer the dried potatoes into a bowl and cover them with generous amounts of olive oil.

Toss the potatoes well to coat them in olive oil.

Preheat the air fryer.

Air fry the potatoes at 450°F for about 10 to 12 minutes.

Transfer the fries into a clean bowl immediately after cooking.

Season the fries with salt.

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