Who says fries can’t be healthy? Crispy Spicy Fries sure are. These spicy homemade chips are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, all with a hint of heat.
Making fries super crispy WITHOUT all the oil? YES!
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. Spicy potato wedges are great too.
If you are looking for the ultimate casserole, Sweet Potato Au Gratin is it. Scalloped sweet potatoes covered in a cream sauce, topped with cheese. YES, please!!
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! These are the best crispy chips we have eaten.
RECIPE and INSTRUCTIONS for this crispy french fry recipe can be found at the bottom of this post.
Ingredients Shopping List
Not many things needed for this easy recipe. You will need:
- fresh potatoes
- oil (I used avocado)
- spicy seasoning
- salt ( I used smoked sea salt)
Deep-fried french fries, certainly are an occasional treat. This crispy homemade fries recipe is the perfect alternative. Now we can enjoy them more often.
The best way to get all the crunch without all oil is by using an air fryer.
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!
I have some AWESOME air fryer recipes:
How To Make Spicy Fries
- 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 *(affiliate) air fryer (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.
I can cook a batch of fries in about 22-25 minutes. If you are feeding a crowd, no problem. Heat your oven to a nice low temperature, and keep the batches warm while the rest are cooking.
Spicy Seasonings
We love spicy foods. There are LOTS of ways to spice up your fries. Here are a few suggestions:
- chili powders
- cayenne
- *(affiliate) smoked paprika
- *(affiliate) sriracha
- red pepper flakes
- *(affiliate) buffalo wing seasoning
- spicy pepper blends
You can have fun experimenting. Combine several spices to create your very homemade seasoning blend.
This air-fried potato recipe is a healthy alternative to deep-frying, so you can enjoy homemade french fries more often.
Try them along side Crispy Baked Chicken Drumsticks.
Need something to dip your fries into? Check out these sauces:
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Crispy Spicy Fries
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)
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 air fryer.
- Add the potatoes.
- Cook for approximately 25 minutes.
- Season with salt.
- Enjoy!
Amanda
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!
Homemade & Yummy
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”.
Natalie
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!
Homemade & Yummy
Yes, these are the ONLY fries I ever make. They come out perfect every time.
Crystal Faulkner
This is such a cool recipe. Thank you for sharing! Love it.
Homemade & Yummy
You are welcome. Hope you give it a try soon.
Chef Mireille
I really like the spice combination you used on the fries and who doesnt love frnch fries – I love them for any meal!
Homemade & Yummy
That is the fun part of this recipe. You can spice them up any way you like…the combination is endless.
Dawn
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 😉
Homemade & Yummy
HAHAH….yes you CAN enjoy these fries much more often for sure.
Dana
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.
Homemade & Yummy
YES…you will be thrilled with the results. Give it a try…SOON!!!
Jennifer Bigler
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.
Homemade & Yummy
These are the ONLY fries I make…and we LOVE them.
swathi
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
Homemade & Yummy
If he loves fries…he will LOVE these. You really NEED one of these for make healthy fries.
Annemarie
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!
Homemade & Yummy
ALL the seasonings work for sure.
Sean
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!
Homemade & Yummy
Well you might as well bite the bullet and buy one. Once you taste these fries (and other delicious recipes) you won’t regret it.
Tammy
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 ^_^
Homemade & Yummy
I think you should for sure put this on your “Christmas Wish List”.
Melissa
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!
Homemade & Yummy
I think to need to talk to Santa…and give him an update!!
Jyothi (Jo)
Wow just looking at these you have me wishing for them. You had me at spicy! I’m a huge sucker for all things spicy. these look amazing!
Homemade & Yummy
You can make them as spicy as you like….so good!
Julia
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.
Homemade & Yummy
My hubby LOVES these…and is happy we got another “cooking thing”. Dig it out and give these a try…just make a crowd sized batch!!
Veena Azmanov
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.
Homemade & Yummy
YOU will LOVE it…and the fries too!
Nicolas Hortense
Wow I have never used an actifry before but I can see it does the job. Super quick and efficient! Thanks for sharing Gloria!!
Homemade & Yummy
Put it on your Christmas list…you will love it.
Stephanie Simmons
These look so good! I love making homemade fries – especially when they’re seasoned with yummy spices!
Homemade & Yummy
These are so delicious…and the fact they are healthier…you can enjoy them more often.
Noel Lizotte
We all need more spice in our lives! The best fries are the crispy ones! Soggy, soft and saggy fries just don’t cut it in my book … that’s a whole nother side dish
Homemade & Yummy
These are NOT soggy at all…you really need to give them a try.
Jacqueline Debono
I don’t have an Actifry but these fries look so good I think I should look into getting one. I love the idea of spicying them up too!!
Homemade & Yummy
You will love this “cooking thing” in your kitchen for sure.
Claudia Lamascolo
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,
Homemade & Yummy
These fries are perfect for dipping into anything you like. ENJOY!!
Stacy Streuli
Looks really yummy! I love spicy french fries 🙂
Homemade & Yummy
The only way I make fries…ever!!
Tracy Koslicki
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!!
Homemade & Yummy
HAHAH….well sometimes we just NEED things…that we didn’t know we needed.
Debra
Wow. A crunchy fry without so much oil? Sign me up! You’ve got me interested in buying a gadget that I didn’t even know existed.
Homemade & Yummy
Check out the link above the recipe card…you will LOVE it!!
Adriana Lopez Martin
You had me at spicy! Love good crispy fries but with a nice spicy flavor to contrast. Now I need a cold glass of beer and that is my Friday cheers!
Homemade & Yummy
YUP…these are the ONLY fries I make….EVER!!
Arlene Mobley
Wow these look delicious. I haven’t used my airfryer in a couple of months. I can’t wait to try these!
Homemade & Yummy
Well, now you have a delicious reason to bring it out. ENJOY!
Lisa
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.
Homemade & Yummy
YES…I have done lots of different things in the Actifry. It does an amazing job for sure.
Linda
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.
Homemade & Yummy
Hope you do…there is a link above the recipe card. ENJOY!
Tara
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.
Homemade & Yummy
You are welcome. Hope you get an Actifry…you won’t be disappointed. There is a link above the recipe card.
Melissa Griffiths
Yep – I think this was a kitchen thing you NEEDED! These look so good and totally fried! Yum!
Homemade & Yummy
Well he sure does not regret it now I can tell you.
Marisa Franca
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.
Homemade & Yummy
This is the ONLY way I make fries….even when I am feeding a crowd. YOU (and HE) will love it for sure.
dikla frances
You had me with Fries!!! LOL
No way I would ever think these fries are not 100% fried!!! LOOKS SO GOOD!!!!!
Homemade & Yummy
This is the ONLY way I make fries…EVER!
Carmy
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
Homemade & Yummy
I think every kitchen should have one of these.
Kelly Anthony
Goodness I love french fries and to hear that there is a healthier way to eat them makes me excited. Now I need an actifry.
Homemade & Yummy
This is the best way to enjoy fries….and not have all the guilt.
Vanessa
Yum! is Actifry an air fryer? I’ve been wondering if I need one of these “kitchen things”, haha! The fries look amazing! I
Homemade & Yummy
YUP…I am all for getting one of these for sure.
Jolina
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.
Homemade & Yummy
This is the ONLY way I make fries. Even when I am cooking for a crowd. I just make LOTS!!
Veena Azmanov
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.
Homemade & Yummy
Yes…sausages are excellent, and I have made whole dinners in here too.
Michelle
Love my Actifry machine! And now I will have to make these fries for my kids this weekend.
Homemade & Yummy
I know….it is such a great device…so many wonderful things you can make in it. FRIES are amazing!!
Denise
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!
Homemade & Yummy
YES…these are a great alternative to traditional ones for sure.
Amanda
These look so good! And I love the idea of sprinkling the fries with chili powder. Genius!
Homemade & Yummy
I know…so good….and adds nice spicy heat as well.
Stine Mari
What, healthier fries? I would eat them every day!! I love crispy and spicy fries, I think it’s my favorite comfort food. Now I could eat it more often.
Homemade & Yummy
YUP…this is a winner for sure. ENJOY!