Pickle Parmesan Air Fryer Fries (Print View)

Crispy fries infused with pickle and Parmesan, made in the air fryer for a deliciously tangy, cheesy treat.

# Components:

→ Potatoes

01 - 4 medium russet potatoes, cut into fries

→ Marinade

02 - 2 tablespoons dill pickle juice

→ Seasonings

03 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
04 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Toppings

08 - 1/2 cup freshly grated Parmesan cheese
09 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh dill (optional)

→ Oil

10 - 2 tablespoons olive oil

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Place the cut potatoes in a large bowl. Pour over the dill pickle juice and allow to marinate for 10 minutes to absorb the zesty flavor.
02 - Drain the marinated potatoes and pat them thoroughly dry using paper towels to ensure crispiness.
03 - Toss the dried potatoes with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper until they are evenly coated.
04 - Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
05 - Arrange the seasoned fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook for 15–18 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through the cooking process, until the fries are golden brown and delightfully crispy.
06 - Transfer the freshly cooked fries to a clean bowl and immediately sprinkle with grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh dill. Toss gently to ensure even distribution of toppings.
07 - Serve the Pickle Parmesan Air Fryer Fries hot. They are excellent on their own or with optional extra pickle slices or your preferred dipping sauce.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish
  • Uses simple pantry ingredients with an unexpected pickle twist
  • Significantly healthier than traditional deep fried potatoes
  • Crispy exterior with fluffy interior every time
  • Customizable with various dipping sauces
02 -
  • Perfect for pickle lovers who want a unique side dish experience
  • Contains significantly less fat than traditional deep fried potatoes
  • Ready in half the time of oven baked fries
  • Can be prepared ahead and reheated in the air fryer
  • Makes an impressive appetizer for gatherings
03 -
  • For extra crispy results, soak cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes before the pickle juice infusion to remove excess starch
  • Try using different pickle varieties like spicy, bread and butter, or garlic dill for flavor variations
  • For a dairy free version, nutritional yeast makes an excellent Parmesan substitute with a similar umami quality

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