Not convinced you can win over a real French Fry enthusiast? Think again! My tried and true recipe for success yields hot crunchy fries with a light and creamy interior every time. And without all of that heavy extra oil, the flavors of chili, garlic, turmeric, and garam masala really shine. Whether for a fun snack, side dish, or piled next to a juicy burger, these fries put a smile on everyone’s faces. Enter your email & I’ll send it to your inbox. Plus, get great new recipes from me every week! By submitting this form, you consent to receive emails from Minstry of Curry Not to mention, just the thought of deep-frying makes many people think about making french fries at home and say No Way! With the Air fryer not only do you eliminate a huge greasy mess, but you make an indulgent appetizer so much healthier that you can have it anytime you want. Best of all, homemade fries are guaranteed fresh and pure, not made in a factory with preservatives, and frozen for lengths of time. What’s the best part of having french fries? The dip! Sriracha mayo is cool, creamy, and spicy, with only 2 ingredients, and a perfect match for masala fries. Ketchup, of course, is a classic accompaniment but check out the dips section below for even more finger-licking suggestions.
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The Best Potatoes For Fries
Potatoes that have the most starch in them will crisp up the best for French fries. Use Idaho (also called Russet) potatoes every time. They are dense and have the least amount of moisture in them. Do not use waxy potatoes, and avoid red potatoes when you are making fries. They have so much water in them that they will hollow out because the water will evaporate as you fry them.
How To Make Masala French Fries
Rinse and pat dry the potatoes before you slice them (photo 1). Cut the potatoes into 4-inch long and ⅓-inch thick sticks that are all the same size (photos 2 and 3). Soak the cut potato in a bowl of water for at least 15 minutes (photo 4).
After 15 minutes, drain the potatoes, wipe them dry, and place them in a large mixing bowl (photos 5 and 6). Add the spices on top of the potato slices and stir to combine evenly over them (photos 7 and 8).
Bake the fries in the air fryer at 380°F or 190°C for 25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking (photos 9 and 10).
Enjoy the fries hot! Here are some of my favorite dips to serve with:
Storing and Freezing
Store a bag of ready-to-cook French fries that you can just toss in the air fryer later to save yourself precious prep time in the kitchen. Here’s how to freeze your homemade french fries: They will last up to 3 months in the freezer. If you have leftover cooked french fries, store them in a sealed container in the refrigerator. They will stay fresh for up to 3 days this way. To reheat cook them in the air fryer at lower heat (300 degrees F) for about 5-10 minutes.
Related Recipes
This is the perfect recipe to make when you are craving something fun and different or you want to share some finger foods at a party. Here are some more of my favorite air fryer recipes so you can enjoy making a lot of different recipes. It’s amazing what this gadget can do.
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