# Crispiest Air Fryer French Fries

A recipe for extra crispy French fries made in an air fryer, using a unique preparation method.

- 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.
2. Let the fries sit in water for 30 seconds.
3. Drain off the water.
4. Cover the fries with a lid and shake aggressively until they look like they have a rough, starchy exterior.
5. Microwave the fries for 5 minutes.
6. Air fry the fries at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes.
7. Shake the fries halfway through cooking.
8. Optionally, add a little melted beef fat.

## Equipment

- air fryer
- lid
- microwave

## Tips

- Cover with water and let sit 30 seconds.
- Shake aggressively after draining water until they look rough.
- Microwave the fries for 5 minutes before air frying.
- Shake halfway through air frying.

## Source

- Original video: https://youtube.com/shorts/BhpCr8L5gto?si=y1ce6eF7B6rfLArE
- Recipe page: https://www.cliprecipe.com/recipe/660123d9-e86c-4529-9108-0b7205783c32
- Extracted: 2025-12-25

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