Scrub your potatoes properly. As an option, peel the potatoes.
With the help of a crinkle cutting tool, cut each potato in half lengthwise.
Tip the half potato over so that the cut side sits securely on your cutting board.
Create long strips with your desired width, usually at a ½-inch interval, by pushing the crinkle cutter straight through the potato.
Turn the wide strips on their sides and cut again.
As you cut the potatoes, transfer them to a large bowl of cold water. Soak for a minimum of 20 minutes or up to 2 hours.
Dry them thoroughly by patting them dry with a lint-free tea towel. A clean paper towel also works.
Pour 1 tablespoon of oil in a large dry bowl, add the dry potato strips, and toss and shake them around gently for full coverage.
Season with salt and pepper. Toss together properly ensuring each potato is well seasoned.
For Air Fryer Fries:
Preheat the air fryer oven to 400°F (200°C). Check your manufacturer’s instructions or website for specific recommendations.
Place potatoes on the air fryer basket, in a single layer, without overcrowding them.
Air fry for 15- 20 minutes. Turn the basket at the halfway mark. Rearrange and shake the fries at least twice during the overall cooking time to ensure even cooking.
Remove and serve immediately with your favorite condiments or sauces.
For Oven Baked Fries:
Preheat your oven to 450°F (232°C).
Arrange the oiled and seasoned potato strips on a nonstick or oiled baking sheet. Parchment paper can also be used.
Bake for approximately 15 minutes.
Carefully flip the wavy fries to the other side and add additional seasoning if necessary.
Bake an additional 5 to 10 minutes for your desired crispness.
Remove and serve immediately with your favorite condiments or sauces.
Notes
Slice the potatoes in half lengthwise in order to obtain a larger surface area that can be roasted.
Coat the entire surface of the sliced potatoes with the oil and salt by taking a minute or two to toss them properly together.
Space out the potatoes, in a single layer, on the basket. Do not overcrowd them. This extra step ensures they get crispy.
Every air fryer works a little differently. Keep an eye on them so that you can determine ideal times for your appliance. As a reference, check your user manual.
Roasting time is just a suggestion. Feel free to roast for a shorter or longer period based on your personal preference.
Uneven roasting: Proper air circulation is crucial to obtain crispy and evenly roasted potatoes in the air fryer. Do not overload the basket and space out the potatoes. Depending on your model, it may be necessary to cook in batches. Please keep in mind that the nutritional information provided below is just a rough estimate and variations can occur depending on the specific ingredients used.