Air Fryer Steak Fries

Make Air Fryer Steak Fries from scratch in just 25 minutes for the perfect rustic side dish for any meal. Easy to make with just a few steps, these fries are crispy on the outside, and perfectly baked on the inside.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine North American

Diet Low Lactose, Vegan, Vegetarian

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 20

Total Time 25

Servings

Calories 346kcal

Author Emmeline Kemperyd

Equipment

Ingredients

8 medium-sized potatoes each cut in 6-8 wedges or fries, peeling optional, starchy potatoes are best
2 teaspoon olive oil or neutral cooking oil
1 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Air Fryer Instructions

Preheat your air fryer by running it at 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
Place cut potatoes in a bowl and season with salt and olive oil, then mix well.
8 medium-sized potatoes, 2 teaspoon olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt
Place your steak fries in the air fryer basket and place it in your air fryer. Fry at 400°F (200°C) for 10 minutes, then take out the basket and shake it to mix. Air fry 10 more minutes, and then check if they are done. They should be soft inside and crispy on the outside. If they are not done, air fry 5 minutes more. Then serve immediately!

Oven Instructions

Preheat your oven for 440°F (225°C) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Place steak fries in a bowl and season with salt and olive oil, then mix well.
Place the wedges on the parchment paper, with the skin-side down. Bake in the middle of the oven for 30-35 minutes, until golden on the outside and soft on the inside. Mix once after 15 minutes.

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Notes

This recipe was tested in a Philips HD9252/90 Air Fryer and a Ninja DZ401 DualZone XL Air Fryer. Cooking time can vary with your air fryer model.

Additional seasonings can be added, for example, different herbs
Grated Parmesan cheese, especially the pre-grated kind in a can, can be added for the final 5 minutes of cooking
For the crispiest fries, air fry in a single layer
They're fine air fried in multiple layers, but might not turn out as crispy
Allow the full 20 minutes to ensure ultimate crispiness. They might be done on the inside before, but they still need that extra time to crisp up really well.
Storing: Store leftovers in the fridge in an air tight container for up to 4 days.
Freezing: I don't recommend freezing leftovers.
Reheating: Reheat leftovers in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes, or microwave in 30 second increments. You can also use leftovers to make a Leftover French Fry Casserole.

Why are my fries not crispy?

If your steak fries are not crispy, the most common reason is that you did not air fry them long enough. Make sure they are really golden before removing them from the air fryer, even if they're done on the inside before that.

It can also be due to the type of potato you used. Starchy potatoes give the crispiest fries, as compared to waxy potatoes.

Finally, if you overcrowd your air fryer basket or just cook them in multiple layers, this will make them less crispy.

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