# Crunchy Air Fryer French Fries

A recipe for extra crunchy french fries made in an air fryer, utilizing a microwave and melted beef fat for enhanced flavor and texture.

- Total time: 20 min
- Cuisine: American
- Category: Side
- Language: en

## Ingredients

- 1 bag thick cut french fries
- water
- melted beef fat

## Instructions

1. Cover a frozen bag of thick cut french fries with water and let sit for 30 seconds.
2. Drain off the water.
3. Cover with a lid and shake aggressively until they look like the example shown.
4. Microwave the fries for 5 minutes.
5. Air fry at 400 Fahrenheit for 15 minutes.
6. Shake halfway through cooking.
7. Optionally add a little melted beef fat.

## Equipment

- air fryer
- microwave
- lid

## Tips

- Microwave the fries for 5 minutes before air frying for extra crispiness.
- Shake the fries halfway through air frying.
- Optionally add melted beef fat for enhanced flavor.

## Source

- Original video: https://www.instagram.com/reel/DOWJNXODbpC/?igsh=dGRpb3R3NWM4aXB1
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/481d4942-0161-4608-afba-f8e8f899f1fa
- Extracted: 2026-01-05

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