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Air Fryer Healthy Fries

Recipe by Alberto Ugarte on InstagramAdded 8 August 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 20 to cook. These crispy air‑fried fries are a healthier twist on the classic fast‑food favorite. Coated in a light cornstarch and cheese mixture, they come out golden and crunchy with minimal oil. Perfect for a quick, satisfying side or snack that’s both tasty and easy to make.

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Method

  1. Cut the potatoes into sticks and mash them lightly.

  2. Add salt, a drizzle of olive oil, 3 tablespoons of cornstarch, and powdered cheese; mix until well coated.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Seasoning and cornstarch coat the potato mixture evenly. Mix until there are no dry patches.

  3. Wrap the mixture in plastic wrap, flatten into a rectangle, and cut into sticks.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Cut sticks hold their shape after wrapping and slicing. Keep the rectangle compact before cutting.

  4. Spray the sticks lightly with oil spray.

  5. Place the sticks in the air fryer or oven and cook for 10 minutes at 350°F on each side.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: Fries are browned and crisp on the outside. Turn them during cooking so both sides colour evenly.

  6. Serve hot.

Tips while you cook

Uniform sticks
Cut the potatoes into sticks of similar size before mixing to promote even cooking.
Coating consistency
Mix the salt, olive oil, cornstarch, and powdered cheese until the sticks are fully coated before shaping.
Pre‑shape before cooking
Wrap the coated mixture, flatten into a rectangle, then cut into sticks.
Flip halfway
Cook the sticks for 10 minutes on each side, flipping once.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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