Make French Fries With Kalorik Air Fryer: Quick, Crispy Treats!

French fries are a beloved snack, but the traditional deep-frying method can be messy and greasy. Air fryers offer a faster, healthier, and easier alternative to satisfy your French fry cravings. With just a few simple ingredients and a Kalorik Air Fryer, you can make crispy and crunchy French fries with a soft and tender inside. This paragraph aims to introduce you to the world of making French fries in a Kalorik Air Fryer, providing a glimpse into the process, ingredients, and the benefits of using this convenient appliance.

Choosing the right potatoes

The type of potato you use for your French fries is important. You want to use starchy, floury potatoes to achieve the perfect crispy fries with fluffy insides. Waxy potatoes will not crisp up as well.

The best potatoes to use for French fries are Idaho or Russet potatoes. These are dense and have less moisture, which is key to avoiding soggy fries. You can also use Yukon Gold potatoes, which are an all-purpose potato that can be used for frying.

If you are in Australia, look for Sebago potatoes, also known as dirty brushed potatoes. In the UK, Maris Piper or King Edward potatoes are your best bet.

You should avoid waxy potatoes like red-skinned, new, or fingerling potatoes. Their high moisture and sugar content will result in limp and soggy fries that can darken too quickly.

Preparing the potatoes

Scrub and Wash the Potatoes:

Start by giving the potatoes a good scrub. You can use a vegetable brush or a clean sponge to remove any dirt or residue. This step ensures that your potatoes are clean and free from any impurities. You can also peel the potatoes if you prefer, although leaving the skin on adds texture and flavor to your fries.

Cut the Potatoes into Fries:

After scrubbing, it's time to cut the potatoes into fry shapes. Aim for a thickness of about 1/4-inch, and try to make the strands as uniform in size as possible. This ensures even cooking, so you don't end up with some burnt and some undercooked fries. You can use a sharp knife or a mandoline for this step.

Soak the Cut Potatoes:

Once you've cut your potatoes, place them in a bowl of cold water and let them soak. Soaking helps remove excess starch, which will result in crispier fries. You can soak them for 30 minutes, or even overnight in the refrigerator for extra crunchy fries.

Dry the Potatoes:

After soaking, drain the potatoes and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel. This step is important because you want to remove as much moisture as possible before the next step. Wet fries will not crisp up nicely.

Season the Potatoes:

Place the dried potatoes in a bowl and drizzle them with your choice of oil. You can use olive oil, vegetable oil, or canola oil. Toss the potatoes to ensure they are evenly coated with oil. Then, add your desired seasonings. You can use salt and pepper, garlic powder, paprika, or any other spices you like. Toss the potatoes again to ensure an even coating of seasonings.

Your potatoes are now ready to be placed into the Kalorik Air Fryer! Remember to arrange them in a single layer in the air fryer basket, and cook in batches if necessary. Enjoy your homemade French fries!

Soaking the potatoes

First, after cutting your potatoes into the desired fry shapes, place them in a bowl of cold water. Ensure that the potatoes are completely submerged and let them soak for at least 30 minutes. This process helps to remove excess starch from the potatoes, resulting in crispier fries. If you have the time, you can even let them soak overnight in the fridge for that extra crunch.

After the designated soaking time, drain the water from the potatoes. It is essential to remove as much moisture as possible at this stage, so be sure to pat the potatoes dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towel. This step is crucial because any residual moisture can lead to soggy fries.

Once your potatoes are dry, you can proceed to the next step of seasoning and tossing them in oil before arranging them in your Kalorik Air Fryer.

By following these simple steps, you'll be on your way to enjoying delicious, crispy french fries made right in your Kalorik Air Fryer!

Seasoning the potatoes

Start by scrubbing and cleaning the potatoes. You can choose to peel the potatoes or leave the skin on, depending on your preference. Leaving the skin on adds texture, flavour, and nutrients, and it also saves time! If you decide to keep the skin, make sure to wash the potatoes thoroughly to remove any dirt or residue.

After cleaning, cut the potatoes into even strips. Aim for a thickness of about 1/4-inch, similar to the size of fries you would find at a fast-food restaurant. Try to ensure that all the potato strips are the same size to promote even cooking.

Once the potatoes are cut, rinse them under cold water to remove any excess starch. This step is important as it helps the potatoes crisp up during cooking. You can even soak the potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes to an hour, or overnight in the fridge, for extra crispy fries.

After rinsing, make sure to pat the potatoes thoroughly dry with paper towels or a clean kitchen towel. Removing as much moisture as possible is crucial, as wet potatoes will not crisp up properly in the air fryer.

Now it's time to season! Place the potatoes in a large bowl and drizzle them with oil. You can use olive oil, vegetable oil, or canola oil, depending on your preference. Toss the potatoes to ensure they are evenly coated with oil.

Next, add your desired seasonings to the potatoes and toss again. You can keep it simple with just salt and pepper, or get creative with seasonings like paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, or even cajun seasoning. Don't be afraid to experiment with different combinations to find your favourite flavour profile.

It is important to note that you should season the potatoes just before placing them in the air fryer. Adding salt too early can draw moisture out of the potatoes, resulting in less crispy fries.

Finally, spread the seasoned potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Depending on the size of your air fryer, you may need to cook the potatoes in batches.

Now you're ready to air fry your perfectly seasoned potatoes! Follow the cooking instructions provided by your air fryer, and enjoy your delicious, crispy French fries.

Cooking the potatoes

Prep

Wash the potatoes thoroughly and, if desired, peel them. Leaving the skin on will give your fries a more authentic fast-food-style texture and taste. If you do decide to keep the skin on, make sure to wash the potatoes well and scrub off any excess dirt, eyes, or bruises.

Cut

Cut the potatoes into French fry shapes, aiming for about 1/4-inch thick and 3 to 4 inches long. Try to make all the fries the same size so they cook evenly.

Soak

Place the cut potatoes in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for at least 30 minutes, or even overnight in the fridge. This step helps remove excess starch and will result in crispier fries.

Dry

After soaking, drain the potatoes and make sure to pat them dry with a clean kitchen or paper towel. It's important to remove as much moisture as possible so that the oil can stick to the potatoes and help them crisp up.

Season

In a separate bowl, combine the oil, salt, garlic powder, paprika, and black pepper. You can also add onion powder, herbs de Provence salt, or Cajun seasoning for a rustic French twist. Toss the dried potatoes in the oil mixture until they are evenly coated.

Air Fry

Arrange the seasoned potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they are not overcrowded. Cook in batches if necessary.

Air fry the potatoes at 400°F (200°C) for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, shaking the basket or flipping the fries halfway through for even cooking.

Frequently asked questions