How to Fry French Fries With Only 1 Teaspoon of Oil

Prep the Potatoes

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Peel and cut the potatoes into 1/2-inch sticks. For 3-4 people, you'll need two russet potatoes. Immediately submerge the potatoes in cold water and allow for them to soak for at least 30 minutes and up to an hour. I put the bowl in the fridge to keep it cool. Soaking the fries draws out the starch from the exterior so they don't stick together when cooking.

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Completely Dry

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Remove the fries from the water and pat completely dry. I use an absorbent kitchen towel.

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Coat in Oil and Start Air-Frying

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Rinse and dry the bowl completely. Then transfer fries back into bowl and toss in about 1 teaspoon of melted ghee. Meanwhile, heat the airfryer to 360ºF. When it reaches temperature, pour fries into the basket, close, and cook for 25-30 minutes.

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Shake and Season

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Every 10 minutes of cooking, open the airfryer and shake the basket so every fry is evenly exposed to the hot air. Sprinkle salt over the fries. Close and allow to airfry more.

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Serve Hot!

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Air-fried french fries are best right out of the frier. They are crisp on the outside and soft inside, like the perfect french fry. Unlike french fries, the delicate potato flavor really comes though rather than oil. If seasoned well, these fries are so good, they don't need to be dipped in ketchup. Serve them with your favorite meat, like rotisserie chicken, burgers, or grilled steak.

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