Today we’re making Homemade French Fries in the Air Fryer. Grab a couple of large Russet potatoes, cut them into fries, season them, and cook them in a Blackstone air fryer basket for an easy, crispy side that comes together quickly.
Blackstone Air Fryer French Fries
We love cooking on our Blackstone and have even prepared frozen fries directly on the griddle, but when the house needs to stay cool the air fryer attachment is a game changer. The Blackstone air fryer basket is larger than a typical countertop model and uses gas heat along with a fan for rapid, even crisping.
If you already own a small indoor air fryer, you might hesitate to add another tool. In our house, however, the larger basket has proved incredibly useful: it cooks more at once, heats up fast, and frees up the indoor oven on hot days. These fries crisp up in minutes while you finish other dishes like burgers.
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Recipe Shopping List
Here’s a short shopping list to prepare these fries. For exact measurements, see the recipe card below.
- Russet potatoes
- Avocado oil (or another high-smoke-point oil)
- Salt
- Savory seasoning blend (the recipe uses a herb rub)
How To Make This Recipe
Below is a concise overview of the process so you can see how simple it is. Use the full recipe card farther down for exact times and quantities while cooking.
- Wash and slice – Scrub the potatoes clean and leave the skins on for texture if you like. Slice into even sticks so they cook uniformly.
- Dry and toss – Pat the potato sticks dry to remove excess moisture. Toss them with oil and seasonings so each piece is lightly coated.
- Fry and shake – Preheat the air fryer, add the potatoes without overcrowding, and cook until golden and crisp, shaking the basket occasionally to promote even browning.
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Serve This With
Fries pair perfectly with burgers, sandwiches, and fried seafood. Here are a few suggested mains to serve alongside your fries:
- Smash burgers – Thin patties seared quickly for deep crust and juicy centers.
- Bacon blue cheese burgers – Rich, savory flavors that complement crisp fries.
- Smoked stuffed cheeseburgers (Juicy Lucy) – A gooey cheese center that pairs well with hot, crunchy fries.
Recipe FAQ
Russets are ideal thanks to their high starch content, which helps them crisp up well. You can use other varieties, but results may vary.
Yes. Choose an oil with a high smoke point, such as avocado, grapeseed, or refined sunflower oil, since fries cook at high temperatures.
Both work. Leaving the skin on adds texture and nutrients—just wash the potatoes thoroughly. Peel if you prefer a smoother fry.
Sweet potato fries air-fry nicely but may require slightly different times and a light coating of cornstarch for extra crispness.
These fries are also great with beer-battered fish and other fried mains.
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Blackstone Crispy Air Fryer French Fries
These homemade fries are made from Russet potatoes, tossed in avocado oil and a savory herb rub, then cooked in an air fryer basket until golden and crispy.
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25 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 large Russet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil
- ½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 2 tablespoons savory herb rub or preferred seasoning
Instructions
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly. Cut into evenly sized sticks so they cook at the same rate.
- Dry the potato sticks well with a clean towel or paper towels to remove surface moisture.
- Toss the fries in a bowl with the avocado oil until evenly coated.
- Sprinkle the salt and herb rub over the potatoes and toss again to distribute the seasoning.
- Preheat your air fryer to 425°F (or as high as it goes). Place the seasoned fries into the basket without heavily overcrowding—allow space for air to circulate.
- Cook for 5–6 minutes, then shake the basket to move the fries. Continue cooking in 5–6 minute intervals, shaking between each, until fries are golden brown and crisp to your liking (total cook time around 15–20 minutes depending on thickness).
Recommended Products
Popular choices include larger air fryer baskets and reliable seasoning blends for consistent results.
- COSORI Air Fryer or similar large-capacity model
- Savory herb rub (Moss-style seasoning or your favorite blend)
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 6
Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving (estimate):
Calories: 157
Total Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Trans Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 190mg
Carbohydrates: 21g
Fiber: 2g
Sugar: 1g
Protein: 3g
Nutrition data is an estimate.
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