This Air Fryer Home Fries recipe is a perfect balance of crispy, crunchy flavorful bites of heaven. Tender potatoes, peppers, and spices all cooked together create an incredible dish.
Home fries are both family and budget friendly to make and can be made ahead of time, which is perfect for the company. Also, they are super quick and cook in just 20 minutes.
Home Fries in the Air Fryer
You will love this air fryer recipe because with just a few basic ingredients these potatoes can be on the table and savored by the entire family. This is a dish that can be used in breakfasts, as sides to main dishes, or made into yummy appetizers.
These home fries will remind you of your family's favorite restaurant because they are so delectable and perfectly cooked every time. Making these for any family gathering regardless of the occasion will be a big hit. Everyone will want to go home with a recipe card for this dish.
Ingredients:
- Russet potatoes (about 3-4 medium russet potatoes)
- olive oil
- onion
- red bell pepper
- garlic salt
- paprika
- ground black pepper
Optional Additional Seasonings: garlic powder, chipotle powder, kosher salt, chili powder, seasoning salt, chipotle chili powder, onion powder or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
How to Make Home Fries in the Air Fryer
- Peel and rinse potatoes in cold water to remove excess starch.
- Then cut them into 1-inch cubes.
- Lay them out on a cutting board covered with a paper towel or a clean towel to absorb excess moisture.
- Combine in a medium bowl the olive oil, red bell pepper, and chopped onion.
- Next add the garlic salt, paprika, and black pepper into the mixing bowl.
- Toss all the ingredients together until fully coated.
- Place the seasoned home fries into the air fryer basket in a single layer allowing adequate space so they cook evenly.
- Cook at 400 degrees F for 20 minutes. Shaking the basket halfway through the air frying cooking process.
- Potatoes will be crispy and golden brown when done.
- Serve immediately while hot.
NOTE: I make this recipe in my Cosori 5.8-quart air fryer. Depending on your type of air fryer, size and wattages, cook time may need to be adjusted an additional minute or two.
Optional Favorite Dipping Sauces: Because these fries go with almost any sauce, it's really a taste preference. I love spicy chipotle sauce, ranch dressing, tangy western sauce, blue cheese dressing, creamy cheese sauce or with the original sauce ketchup.
Optional Toppings: I love topping these fries with a bit of parmesan cheese, salsa, chili, shredded cheeses, sour cream or hot sauce.
Optional Oils: Substitute olive oil for refined coconut oil, avocado oil, vegetable oil, soybean oil or peanut oil. For Air Fryer Truffle Fries, drizzle 1-2 tablespoons of oil infused with truffles.
Cooking Tips: This recipe will make a few batches of fries, so let each completed batch rest on a baking sheet to remain crispy. Sweet potato fries can be made with this recipe (cooking time may need to be adjusted 2-3 minutes).
FAQ's
What other dishes can I make with potatoes?
Because potatoes are so versatile, you can make mashed potatoes, homemade tater tots or twice baked potatoes with all the fixings. For unique potato recipes, make spiraled Hasselback potatoes or potato skins.
How can I store leftover fries?
Store leftover fries in an airtight container or storage bag in your refrigerator for 3-4 days. If you are planning to freeze any leftovers place them in an airtight storage container or bag for up to 10 months. Make sure they are completely cooled prior to storing.
What can I serve this dish with?
Enjoy these fries with scrambled eggs, or topped with sunny side up eggs or mixed into a breakfast casserole with bacon or sausage. These fries are delicious with Air Fryer Ribeye, Air Fryer Grilled Cheese, or Air Fryer Chicken Wings.
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Air Fryer Home Fries
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 ½ pounds russet potatoes
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- ¼ cup onion chopped
- ⅓ cup bell pepper red, chopped
- 1 teaspoon garlic salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Peel and rinse potatoes in cold water to remove excess starch.
- Then cut them into 1-inch cubes.
- Lay them out on a cutting board covered with a paper towel or a clean towel to absorb excess moisture.
- Combine in a medium bowl the olive oil, red bell pepper and chopped onion.
- Next add the garlic salt, paprika and black pepper into the mixing bowl.
- Toss all the ingredients together until fully coated.
- Place the seasoned home fries into the air fryer basket in a single layer allowing adequate space so they cook evenly.
- Cook at 400 degrees F for 20 minutes. Shaking the basket halfway through the air frying cooking process.
- Potatoes will be crispy and golden brown when done.
- Serve immediately while hot.
Notes
Nutrition
*Nutritional information is a calculated guesstimate. Please note that this can change with different brands and modifications you may make to the recipe. For the most accurate information, use a nutritional calculator with the exact brands and measurements you're using with each recipe.
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