Step 1

Wash and scrub your potatoes. I like to use Russet or Yukon potatoes to make my fries, but you really can use any type you like, even sweet potatoes if you prefer.

Step 2

Next, slice the potatoes to the thickness you prefer.

Step 3

I like to leave mine a little thick so that they are fluffy on the inside and crunchy on the outside. Sprinkle with a few spices (or none at all) while they are still damp from being freshly cut. This helps the dry seasonings to stick to them.

Step 4

Place in the air fryer basket and set the temperature 400°F and the time to 20 minutes.

Step 5

I load the basket up with cut fries and pile them on top of each other.  The trick to getting them to cook crispy on all sides is to cook them for 20 minutes then stop and shake or shuffle the potatoes to reposition them and allow them to cook another 20 minutes. I use a spatula or spoon to help stir them around a bit.

Step 6

Cooking time will really depend on how many potatoes you have in the basket and how thick or thinly they are sliced. Air fryer cooking times might also vary.