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Air Fryer Steak Fries

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One of the best reasons to own an air fryer is all of the amazing frozen food recipes you can make. Air fryer steak fries are so crispy and golden. They are a perfect side dish to your dinner or even a quick after-school snack. 

Golden thick cut fries cooked and served in a basket with a side of ketchup.

What you need to make air fryer steak fries

Cooking fries that are already made is so easy! They are ready to cook straight from the bag, and you don't need to thaw them. You really don't need more than your air fryer and frozen fries, and of course, you favorite fry sauce. I use a Cosori 5.8 quart air fryer and I used Ore-Ida Frozen Golden Steak Fries to make this Air Fryer recipe. 

Frozen steak fries in a bowl before bein cooked.

How to make frozen steak fries in the air fryer

I used a 28 ounce bag of frozen fries, and cooked them in two batches. I didn't use cooking spray,  because I have a nonstick basket and the fries didn't stick at all.

Place the fries in the basket, without stacking or overlapping. Cook the fries at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 12 minutes. Shake the basket halfway through cooking. Depending on the air fryer, the actual cooking time may vary. 

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Frozen steak fries in the air fryer basket before being cooked.

Making Homemade steak fries from scratch

If you have time, you can also make air fryer steak fries from scratch. The directions and cooking times are very similar to our traditional air fryer Homemade Potato Wedges, or our Seasoned French Fries. You will begin with  by peeling, then rinsing four Russet potatoes. Then, cut them into ½ inch strips the length of the potatoes. 

Soak the French fries in cold water for 25-30 minutes.  This will remove the starch content and make them crispy.  

Golden steak fries after being cooked in the air fryer basket.

After they have soaked, drain water and pat dry with paper towels, then return them to the bowl. Next, coat potatoes with a tablespoon virgin olive oil. Seasonings are optional, but if you want them seasoned, follow our potato wedges recipe. We just season with salt or garlic powder. 

Spread the fries into the air fryer basket, without overlapping. Work in batches if necessary. Once it is filled, return the basket to the air fryer and cook fries at 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes. During the cooking process, shake the basket at the 10 minute mark.

When cooking steak fries, depending on the thickness of your cut, cook time may vary, so you may need to add 2-3 extra minutes for cooking time.  

Golden steak fries after being cooked in the air fryer with parsley flakes as a garnish.

FAQ's

Are air fryer French Fries Healthy?

Making French fries in the air fryer eliminates the deep fryer grease, so it isn't at fattening.

What potatoes should I use to make these from scratch?

I prefer Russet potatoes because they are easier to work with, and get a crispy texture. Just remember to soak the cut fries in cold water to remove the starch. Otherwise, you may have soggy fries. 

What can I serve with Steak Fries?

Next to a steak, you can serve these fries with your favorite dipping sauce. We like barbecue sauce, ketchup, or they can be served with your favorite seasonings. If you aren't sure how to cook steak, try our Ribeye recipe.

close up photo of golden steak fry dipped in ketchup.

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Close up photo of golden crispy steak fries cooked and in a basket, garnished with parsley flakes.

Air Fryer Steak Fries

Becky
Air fryer steak fries, are so crispy and golden. They are a perfect side dish to your dinner, or even a quick after school snack.
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Prep Time 2 mins
Cook Time 12 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4
Calories 199 kcal

Equipment

  • Air Fryer

Ingredients
  

Frozen Air Fryer Steak Fries:

  • 1 bag Frozen Steak Fries

Homemade Air Fryer Steak Fries:

  • 4 Russet Potatoes
  • 1 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions
 

Frozen Steak Fries

  • For frozen steak fries, arrange the fries in the basket, without stacking or overlapping.
  • Cook the fries at 400 degrees F for 12 minutes. Shake the basket halfway through cooking. Depending on the air fryer, the actual cooking time may vary. 

Homemade Steak Fries

  • Peel, rinse, and cut 4 medium Russet Potatoes into straight strips.
  • In a large bowl, soak the potato strips in cold water, for about 30 minutes. Drain, and pat the fries dry.
  • Toss the fries in 1-2 tbsp of olive oil, and then season with salt, or other desired seasonings.
  • Cook at 400 degrees F for 20-25 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking, until golden and crispy. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Calories: 199kcalCarbohydrates: 38gProtein: 5gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 592mgPotassium: 888mgFiber: 3gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 28mgIron: 2mg

*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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