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Crispy Fries Without a Microwave
Frozen thick-cut fries are briefly soaked, steamed until tender, then air-fried for a crisp finish. The creator describes this method as a successful alternative to the microwave version.
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Ingredients
- 1 bag Frozen thick-cut fries (Keep frozen; do not thaw. Bag size is unspecified.)
- Water (Enough to cover the fries; pour it off after 30 seconds.)
- Oil spray (Spray over the fries before air-frying.)
- Oil (Toss with the fries after air-frying; amount unspecified.)
- Salt (Toss with the fries after air-frying; amount unspecified.)
Steps
- 1
Put the frozen thick-cut fries into a lidded container without thawing them.
- 2
Add enough water to cover the fries. Wait 30 seconds, then pour the water off.
- 3
Put the lid on the container and shake it.
- 4
Steam the fries for 15 minutes. Test one with a fork; it should be tender but not falling apart.
- 5
Let the fries rest for 5 minutes.
- 6
Spray the fries with oil, then air-fry at 200°C for 20 minutes.
- 7
Toss the cooked fries with oil and salt.
Notes
The source does not specify the bag size or quantities of oil and salt. Nutrition and serving estimates use an assumed 680 g bag of frozen fries; actual values depend on the product and amount used. Use a container suitable for steaming.
Nutrition per serving
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