Air Fryer French Fries

1 . Stage

Gather all ingredients. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

2 . Stage

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. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

3 . Stage

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 . Stage

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

5 . Stage

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

6 . Stage

Stack potatoes in a double layer in the fryer basket. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

7 . Stage

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. DOTDASH MEREDITH FOOD STUDIOS