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Crispy Spicy Fries

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Who says fries can’t be healthy? Crispy Spicy Fries sure are. These seasoned fries are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, all with a hint of spicy heat.

Did you know you can make super crispy homemade french fries WITHOUT all the oil? The answer is YES!

Close up of Crispy Spicy Fries ready to eat.

Are you a potato lover? I AM, and so is my daughter. Her favourite is potato salad, a must at her birthday celebration each year. I love crispy cast-iron potatoes. The perfect side to brunch or dinner.

Now, when it comes to french fries, these are in a league all their own. Crispy, golden brown and soft in the middle. Covered in ketchup, salsa or gravy. The perfect side to burgers and fish. NEVER eaten with a fork, unless you are eating Canadian poutine!

Potatoes getting cut to make the spicy fries.

Deep fried french fries, certainly are an occasional treat. This homemade spicy fries recipe is the perfect alternative. Crispy fries made with a very small amount of oil.

How I Make Crispy Spicy Fries

A couple of years ago I put an ActiFry on my Christmas “wish list”. I still remember my husband rolling his eyes. He was convinced we DID NOT need another “cooking thing”, as he called it. If you are a french fry lover, this cooking thing is for you!

Fries getting spicy seasoning before cooking.

Crispy potato fries are super easy. NO deep frying! In fact, you use about 1 tablespoon of oil. That’s it!!

Here is how you make fries crispy without deep frying:

  • Wash and cut your potatoes into sticks (you don’t even have to peel them)
  • Toss with a bit of oil (I used avocado)
  • Season with some spicy heat
  • Cook in the ActiFry (with 1 tablespoon of oil)

Did you get that? 1 TABLESPOON of oil to make this crispy french fry recipe. How healthy is that? Added BONUS, clean up is a breeze.

Crispy spicy fries still in the cooker, but ready to eat.

I can cook a batch of fries in about 22-25 minutes. If you are feeding a crowd, no problem. Spicy french fries are a hit around here. Heat your oven to a nice low temperature, and keep the batches warm while the rest are cooking.

A basket full of spicy fries ready to eat.

Crispy Spicy Fries Seasonings

We love spicy foods. There are LOTS of ways to add some spice to your french fries:

  • chili powders
  • cayenne
  • smoked paprika
  • sriracha
  • red pepper flakes
  • buffalo wing seasoning
  • spicy pepper blends

You can have fun experimenting with this spicy seasoned french fry recipe. Combine several spices to create your very homemade spicy season blend.

Crispy fry getting dunked into ketchup.

Now when you ask my husband if we needed “another cooking thing”, his answer is YES! Crispy Spicy Fries are a healthy alternative to deep frying, so you can enjoy french fries more often. The perfect side to Crispy Baked Chicken Drumsticks.

Do you have a favourite spicy seasoning blend?

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Close up of Crispy Spicy Fries ready to eat.

Crispy Spicy Fries

Who says fries can't be healthy? These Crispy Spicy Fries are just what they say...crispy, on the outside, spiced with smokey heat and NOT deep fried!!
5 from 41 votes
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Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: Canadian
Keyword: Healthy Fries
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 212kcal
Author: Homemade & Yummy

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 pounds potatoes
  • 1 1/2 tbsp avocado oil (divided)
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
  • smoked sea salt (to taste)
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Instructions

  • Cut washed potatoes into fries. Feel free to leave the peel on. 
  • Place in a bowl and coat with 1/2 tablespoon of avocado oil.
  • Season with chili powder and smoked paprika.
  • Mix to coat well.
  • Add the additional oil to the ActiFry. 
  • Add the potatoes.
  • Cook for approximately 25 minutes.
  • Season with salt.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Information

Calories: 212kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 5g | Sodium: 34mg | Potassium: 1170mg | Fiber: 7g | Vitamin A: 4.5% | Vitamin C: 39.2% | Calcium: 8.5% | Iron: 51.6%

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  4. YES! Absolutely love homemade fries. I make them probably once or twice a week myself! My daughter is a huge fan, and she is at that 2 year old stage where she is very selective about what she eats, so if she eats these at least shes eating something ‘somewhat healthy’ and not processed! I want to try your spice mix on sweet potato fries!

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  5. Wow these look SO crispy!! I can’t believe it only took a tiny bit of oil to get those results! I need to get my hands on an air fryer asap!!!

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  6. So relatable!! My husband also rolls his eyes at the requests for new kitchen gear! But if I can make these fries I bet it’s worth it, they look like the perfect crisp and spice!

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  10. Every time with Loreto we see an air fryer in the store we say “we gotta buy one!”. We haven’t done it yet, but seeing your wonderful fries has given me one more reason. You know, french fries are my weakness. I even have a shirt that says: Give me French Fries Forever” 🙂 .

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  15. You’ve hit my weak spot with these fries, Gloria! I LOVE a good crispy fry that’s soft on the inside, and perfectly seasoned. So much so that I’ll eat all of the fries on the plate before I eat anything else, and people will ask me if there’s something wrong with the main dish on my plate. LOL. I’ll have to check out this airfryer too. It looks like the way to make the perfect fries at home!

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    • If you love fries….these are the best. I think you need to invest in an ActiFry. Just ask my husband….he is now convinced we really did need another “cooking thing”.

  16. I’m such a HUGE potato fan. Especially fries. I must say these are really super delicious looking fries. They look tasty and crispy. My favorite combo. Love the spices you used here. Just yum!

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  19. I love fries and every so often I get a real hankering for them! Love that you made them spicy and your options…particularly smoked paprika (a fave of mine). Because these are on the healthier side I don’t mind eating extra 😉

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  20. I’ve yet to try homemade fries in the air fryer! I really need to give that a go because these sound awesome and I don’t use my air fryer nearly enough. I tried the oven once… and for homemade fries, that’s just a big NO. Lol.

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  21. I am addicted to fries. I have never met a potato that I didn’t like and fries are my weakness. I have been wanting one of these air fryers for some time and this recipe just made me realize that I NEED one. I can’t believe you make fries that beautiful with 1 TBSP. of oil. Avocado Oil is my favorite to use too. These are going to be a hit.

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  22. I am thinking of get air fryer, but hubby is strict no as he doesn’t want another kitchen equipment. I have to convince him with your recipe. These are crispy fries, that too with 1 tablespoon oil also love the combo of spices you used

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  23. How many cooking things does one person need? Apparently one more! Because those fries look awesome and the thought of being able to enjoy crispy fries without all that oil is a compelling argument. And great ideas for seasoning variations. I want to try them all. Buffalo wing seasoning and some blue cheese? Yum!

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  24. ARGH these air-fryer recipes are KILLING ME! I mean, not in an unhealthy artery-clogging way – certainly not when compared to regular frying. I mean they’re making me want to do all kinds of fried food recipes (because I love them), but I’m trying to resist the temptation to actually go out and buy an air-fryer. But my resolve is weakening… and these might be the fries that break the camel’s back. They look absolutely perfect, and I love the spiced touch that you’ve added – especially the doubling down on smoke with the salt and the paprika!

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  25. I have been on the fence about getting an airfryer for such a long time now because I already have so many kitchen gadgets but honestly can you really ever have too many? ;D Either way, these fries look fantastic! Maybe for the holidays I’ll finally bite the bullet and get one ^_^

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  26. These look delicious Gloria!! I’ve wanted the ActiFry since it came out but Santa seems to skip it every year (lol) guess I’ll just have to spoil myself to be able to make these yummy fries!

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  28. Haha! My husband also rolled his eyes when I got my ActiFry a few years ago. We barely use it now. Alan loves his fries in inhuman servings so even one batch isn’t enough. But when we used it originally, it was so good and delicious! Maybe I’ll make the fries again soon, I haven’t done so in a while.

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  29. We love crispy spicy fries but currently have to make them in an oven. I would love to have the airfryer. Going to put it on the Christmas list so hubby can see. These look delicious.

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  34. I never heard of this kind but they sure fantastic. I love my fries crispy and not soggy. These are just the perfect side dish, I like to dip my fries in blue cheese dressing . I know its strange but I just love them,

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  36. Gah!! I kind of hate that you’ve now given me such a compelling argument to get another “cooking thing” because we just don’t have the space! But healthy fries? That’s the way to this potato lovers heart so it sounds like an AirFryer is going on MY Christmas wish list this year!!

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  40. What planet have I been living on? One tablespoon of oil for a batch of french fries? Seriously. I’ve got to get one of those machines. I imagine it would make crispy chicken and fish in it as well? You’re french fries look hand-to-mouth good and the spice blend must give them a nice tingle. Love this recipe.

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  41. This is the answer to my obsession! Crispy, spicy, and most importantly…HEALTHY! I should check out Actifry now so I can enjoy french fries with less guilty feeling.

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  42. Like your husband, I really try to avoid buying more cooking appliances. But these fries look so crispy, it’s making me rethink that! Thanks for sharing the recipe.

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  44. We do love our potatoes especially made into fries. We try to watch our fried foods so we haven’t been deep frying very much but these fries look perfect without deep frying. Hubby may frown at an Instant Pot but I think he’d be on board for some way to have our fries.

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  46. I feel you! My partner was like, do we really need another kitchen gadget? and I’m like YES, YES I DO haha. I love making fries in my air fryer and I’ll have to try this spicy version next. It’ll def make my partner regret not wanting one at first haha

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  49. I’ve always wondered about whether an ActiFry is worth it. We are overflowing with cooking things too lol. But I think being able to fry with that small amount of oil is a big deal! And these fries look super crispy. We love it simply with just sea salt. Maybe a little cayenne when we’re feeling a little fancy.

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  50. I don’t have an AirFryer but now I added one to my wish-list. I bet you can do more than just crispy potatoes in there. These look so crisp and delish. Best part not too greasy.

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  52. Wow I didn’t realize these were healthy fries! I love that you only used 1 tablespoons of oil. The seasonings are great too. We eat homemade fries almond weekly so I’ll have to give these a try!

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  77. Thanks for the reminder!
    I have an active fry and our paddle melted and I need to get a new one.
    (make sure you don’t try and take it out when it’s warm as they melt…oops!!)
    These fries look delicious!

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  79. I’ve been thinking about an Actifry since they came out, but couldn’t justify another kitchen gadget (sound familiar???). Fried food is the bomb but we are trying to be healthier this year. Your fries look amazing!

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  81. Those fries look crunchy and tasty. My blogging friend Joanne from What’s On The List has both an air fryer and a thermomix and I’m always amazed at the wonderful food she makes without her stove 🙂

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  85. I have never heard of the Actifry but I am definitely going to check it out. What a great idea and much more healthy. Those fries look amazing and my kids are addicted to fries so this would be great for them to try.

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    • Really you have never heard of ActiFry?? Well hands down the best way to make healthy awesome fries. It can be used for lots of other things too…that just happens to be our favourite method of making fries.

  90. That’s weird, I don’t see any affiliate links…
    I have a friend who got one of these Actifry machines, and I have no idea how they work. I would like to try one soon. I have a liking for fries way too much! And fried chicken, fish, etc. I love the fryer! The fries look lovely in this photo.

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