Preheat the air fryer: Set it to 360°F and let it heat up for about 5 minutes.
Prep the potatoes: Wash, peel, and cut them into even sticks—about ¼ inch thick. Even size = even cooking!
4 large potatoes
Soak the fries: Add the cut potatoes to a large bowl of cold water. Soak for 30 minutes to remove excess starch (this helps them get crisp!).
Dry thoroughly: Drain the water and pat the fries completely dry with a towel.
Season: Toss the dry fries with olive oil, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl until coated.
2 tablespoons olive oil, ½ teaspoon black pepper, 1 teaspoon salt
Air fry: Arrange the fries in a single layer in your air fryer basket. Don’t overcrowd—work in batches if needed.
Cook: Air fry for 20–25 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes. You want them golden brown and crispy.
Cool slightly and serve: Let them rest for a minute or two before serving with your favorite dipping sauce.
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