Description
Crispy golden air fryer garlic parmesan fries elevate classic potato wedges with irresistible Italian-inspired flavor. Herb-infused and perfectly seasoned, these fries deliver restaurant-quality crunch that will make you crave seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 medium russet potatoes
- ¼ cup (25 grams) freshly grated Parmesan cheese
Seasoning Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- ½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon paprika (optional)
Garnish Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- Select potatoes with firm, smooth skin and minimal blemishes, then meticulously wash and slice into uniform, slender batons approximately 14-inch thick to ensure consistent cooking.
- Submerge potato strips in ice-cold water for 15-20 minutes, allowing excess starch to dissolve, which promotes crispier texture. Thoroughly blot the strips using pristine kitchen towels until completely dry.
- Calibrate air fryer to 375F (190C), allowing appliance to reach optimal temperature for golden, crisp exterior.
- Whisk olive oil with finely minced garlic, introducing salt, ground black pepper, and optional paprika to create a fragrant seasoning blend.
- Delicately coat potato strips in aromatic oil mixture, ensuring each strip receives an even, glistening layer of seasonings.
- Strategically arrange potato strips in a single, uncrowded layer within air fryer basket, maximizing potential for crisp edges and uniform browning.
- Circulate hot air around fries for 15-20 minutes, pausing midway to gently agitate basket, promoting even caramelization and preventing sticking.
- Upon achieving a rich golden-brown hue, immediately transfer piping hot fries to serving platter.
- Generously sprinkle freshly grated Parmesan cheese over fries, allowing residual heat to slightly melt the cheese.
- Optional: Garnish with finely chopped parsley for vibrant color and herbaceous undertone. Serve immediately for maximum crispness.
Notes
- Soak potatoes to remove excess starch, ensuring crispier and lighter fries that won’t stick together during cooking.
- Pat potato strips completely dry before seasoning to achieve maximum crunchiness and prevent soggy results.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket by cooking in batches, allowing hot air to circulate and create evenly crisp fries.
- Experiment with alternative cheese options like pecorino or nutritional yeast for dairy-free or different flavor variations.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 31g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 5mg