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Air Fried Triple-Cooked Fries

Recipe by Chris Young

Crispy, light‑and‑fluffy fries made from frozen thick‑cut potatoes using a quick soak, microwave blanch, and a high‑heat air fryer. Inspired by Heston Blumenthal’s triple‑cooked chips, this method gives restaurant‑quality fries without deep‑frying.

MediumAmericanServes 4

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Source Video
8m
Prep
20m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
38m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$2.65
Per serving:$0.66

Critical Success Points

  • Warm‑water soak (keeps interior frozen while roughening surface)
  • Microwave blanch (creates fluffy interior)
  • Do not overload the air fryer (max ~1 lb per batch)
  • Shake/toss halfway through cooking
  • Season immediately after cooking while fries are hot

Safety Warnings

  • Hot oil can splatter – handle with care when tossing.
  • Air fryer basket becomes extremely hot; use oven mitts.
  • Steam from microwaving can cause burns; open door slowly.

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