Do you love fries? Let me show you how to make crinkle cut frozen fries in an air fryer. The fries always come out crispy and perfect. You will love these air fryer frozen crinkle fries because they are convenient and come out perfectly cooked, crispy on the outside, and fluffy on the inside. These air fryer frozen crinkle fries are convenient and come out perfectly cooked
Cook straight from the freezer to get crispy fries in a matter of minutes. It makes a perfect side dish for the whole family. Serve it with steak, chicken, veggies, or a3dipping sauce.
A good starting point for your air fryer fries is to preheat the air fryer and cook at a high temperature. It is best to start checking after 8 to 10 minutes. The fries are ready when they are crispy and golden.
The cooking time depends on the thickness of the fries and the size of your air fryer. Thinly cut fries typically cook between 12-15 minutes.
Air Fryer Crinkle Cut Fries
Air frying is a healthier choice than deep-frying. These air-fried frozen crinkle fries need no oil. This method saves you time in the kitchen compared with making them from scratch. You don't have to peel, cut, or soak, and certainly no thawing. Pour the frozen crinkle-cut fries into the air fryer and cook.
You can cook any style of fries or chips in your air fryer, from curly fries, tater tots, frozen potato waffles, or hash browns. Most store-bought frozen fries are seasoned with salt or oil (be sure to check the packaging).
Cooking frozen crinkle-cut fries in the air fryer takes less time than cooking them in the oven.
Ingredients
Frozen crinkle-cut fries - you can use any brand of choice. I have used Mccain crinkle-cut fries.
Salt or black pepper to taste (Optional)
Air fryer temperature varies depending on size, make, and model. My delicious cravings recipe time depends a whether your air fryer is preheated. If you are trying this recipe for the first time, reduce the cooking time by 2 minutes, then increase it as needed to cook the food evenly.
How to Air Fry Frozen Crinkle Cut Fries
Step by step
- Preheat the air fryer for 2 minutes at 200C/400F.
- Pour the frozen fries into the air fryer basket in a single layer (try not to overcrowd), season with salt and black pepper (optional,) and cook for 10-12 minutes.
- Shake fries halfway through the cooking and continue to cook for the remaining minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove the air fryer basket, and serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauces.
Recipe
Crinkle-Cut Frozen Fries in Air Fryer
Equipment
- Air fryer
Ingredients
- 400 g Frozen crinkle-cut fries
- Salt or black pepper to taste Optional
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer for 2 minutes at 200C/400F.Pour the into the air fryer basket (try not to overcrowd), season with salt and black pepper (optional) and cook for 10-12 minutes.
- Shake fries halfway into cooking and continue to cook for the remaining minutes.
- Remove the air fryer basket, and serve immediately with any dip and mains of choice.
Notes
How to Store
We recommend making what you can eat, and if for any reason you have leftovers, here is how to store your air-fried roast potatoes.
Fridge - put your leftover fries in an airtight container and store them for up to 3 days.
Freezer - put in a freezer bag or airtight container for up to 3 months.
To reheat - arrange the leftover crinkle fries in the air fryer basket. Air fry at a temperature of 180C for 3-5 minutes or until heated through and crispy again.
Reheat the fries in the oven to 190C/375F for 5 minutes. Spread the potatoes on a parchment paper-lined baking tray and put them in the oven to get them hot.
Tips
- Do not defrost or thaw the frozen fries.
- For extra flavor, add salt, garlic powder, or pepper before air frying. Pour into a small bowl and toss to combine. This will take it to the next level.
- Use a cooking spray to sprinkle some oil if you want.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. Cook in small batches to allow hot air to circulate.
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