Air Fryer French Fries

Ingredients

• 1 pound russet potatoes , peeled
• 2 teaspoons vegetable oil
• 1 pinch cayenne pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons kosher salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Gather all ingredients.

2. 2

   Cut each potato lengthwise into 3/8-inch-thick slices, then slice sections into 3/8-inch-wide sticks. Place potatoes in a bowl of cold water. Let soak to release excess starches, about 5 minutes; drain.

3. 3

   Pour boiling water over the potatoes until they're covered by a few inches. Let sit for 10 minutes. Drain potatoes and transfer onto some paper towels. Blot off excess water and let cool completely, at least 10 minutes.

4. 4

   Place cooled potatoes in a mixing bowl. Drizzle with oil and season with cayenne; toss to coat.

5. 5

   Preheat an air fryer to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

6. 6

   Stack potatoes in a double layer in the fryer basket.

7. 7

   Cook for 15 minutes. Slide basket out and toss fries. Continue frying until golden brown, about 10 minutes more. Toss fries with salt in a mixing bowl. Serve immediately.