Air fryers have become essential kitchen appliances in many households. Initially associated primarily with fried foods due to their name, these small appliances have grown into a much healthier alternative. In fact, their functionality is more similar to that of an electric oven rather than just a deep fryer.
Trying to make French fries in an air fryer is common for many people. Whether you use frozen, pre-cooked fries or prepare them fresh from scratch, the results often evoke mixed feelings. Generally, there’s broad consensus that fries cooked in an air fryer aren’t quite like the classic deep-fried ones. However, they can still be satisfying, especially when you consider that they’re much healthier.
To make them taste as close as possible to the traditional version, there are several tricks you can try. Recently, TikTok food creator Jorge Rodríguez (known as @jorgeblublu555) shared a video in which he demonstrates how he prepares (non-fried) fries in the air fryer, ensuring they come out “very juicy and never dry.” “They’re a real delicacy,” he says.
“This is how I make French fries in the air fryer,” Jorge begins in his video, demonstrating the entire process step by step. First, he cuts the potatoes into strips, washes them thoroughly, and dries them. Next, he adds a drizzle of olive oil, some salt, and a special lemon zest seasoning, which he notes “works wonderfully.”
Additionally, he adds a spoonful of garlic powder, “a bit of melted butter, which adds a ton of flavor,” and a touch of parsley. Using a spoon, he mixes everything well to ensure the fries are fully coated with the spices and seasonings before placing them in the air fryer.
