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Air Fryer Wendy’s Copycat French Fries Recipe

Air Fryer Wendy’s Copycat French Fries Recipe

5 from 2 votes
Author: Fork To Spoon
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
30 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 8 Servings

Description

Air Fryer Wendy’s Copycat French Fries Recipe -- If you love the delicious, crispy french fries from Wendy’s but don’t want to leave the house or pay for take-out, this copycat recipe is definitely for you!

Ingredients 

  • 4 large Russet potatoes
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder

Instructions

  • Wash and peel the russet potatoes. Cut them into evenly sized fries, about 1/4-inch thick. Pat them dry with a paper towel to remove any excess moisture.
  • Place the cut potatoes in a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for about 30 minutes. This helps remove excess starch and promotes crispiness.
  • After soaking, drain the potatoes and pat them dry again with a paper towel.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the cornstarch, salt, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder. Mix well to evenly distribute the seasonings.
  • Place the dried potato fries in a large zip-top bag or a bowl. Add the vegetable oil and toss to coat the fries evenly. Make sure each fry is coated with a thin layer of oil.
  • Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over the oiled fries. Close the zip-top bag (if using) or toss the fries in the bowl to coat them with the seasoning mixture.
  • Lightly grease the air fryer basket or tray with cooking spray or a small amount of oil. This will help prevent the fries from sticking.
  • Arrange the seasoned fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket or tray, ensuring they are not overcrowded. You may need to cook them in batches depending on the capacity of your air fryer.
  • Cook the fries in the air fryer at 400°F (200°C) for approximately 15-20 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time. Adjust the cooking time as needed based on your desired level of crispness.
  • Once the fries are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the air fryer and let them cool for a few minutes.
  • Serve the air fryer Wendy's copycat french fries immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or enjoy them as is.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Cooking Spray
  • Parchment Paper

Nutrition

Serving: 1ServingCalories: 181kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 4gFat: 4gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.4gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 300mgPotassium: 773mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 11IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 2mg