The Ultimate Extra Crispy Air Fryer Fries

When the carb cravings hit hard post-workout, standard greasy takeaway chips just aren't going to cut it. You need serious volume without completely blowing your daily calorie budget. From jalapeño loaded fries to ultra-lean sweet potato wedges, these are my top extra crispy air fryer fry recipes. Minimal prep, maximum flavour, and the ultimate cheat code to keep your macros in check.

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Thick cut sweet potato fries stacked on a plate

The Ultimate Extra Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and savory with the ultimate extra crispy sweet potato fries. A high-volume side dish clocking in at just solid macros, they offer a healthy, satisfying crunch with a fraction of the oil. Cooked to perfection in the air fryer. Tested multiple times to nail the exact soaking time required to pull out the starch.

60 MINS
🔥 232 KCAL
💪 2G Protein
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Air fryer garlic and parmesan carrot fries on a plate

Extra Crispy 25-Minute Air Fryer Garlic Parmesan Carrot Fries

A brilliant low-calorie swap for standard chips. The circulating heat of the air fryer roasts the carrots and crisps up the parmesan to deliver extra crispy 25-minute fries. A fantastic side dish to bulk up the volume of your meal without blowing your daily calorie budget.

25 MINS
🔥 251 KCAL
💪 6G Protein
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Crispy air fryer jalapeño cheese loaded fries on a plate

The Ultimate Extra Crispy Air Fryer Jalapeño Cheese Fries

Melted cheddar, spicy jalapeños, and the ultimate extra crispy chips. The air fryer delivers a deep-fried texture with a fraction of the oil, making this the perfect 30-minute weekend treat. We air-fry the potatoes first to build a rigid shell that easily holds up the heavy cheese.

30 MINS
🔥 482 KCAL
💪 19G Protein
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Crispy air fryer rosemary and garlic fries

Extra Crispy Air Fryer Rosemary & Garlic Fries

Upgrade your side dish with these fragrant, herb-infused fries. By combining fresh rosemary and savoury garlic with the high-speed crisping of the air fryer, you get extra crispy chips with significantly less fat than traditional frying. Absolutely golden and perfectly seasoned. It's like adding plates to your barbell, but for flavour. Tested to ensure the garlic doesn't burn, delivering a premium side dish without the grease.

30 MINS
🔥 344 KCAL
💪 6G Protein
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Air fryer kimchi fries topped with melted cheese and sesame seeds

Easy 30-Minute Extra Crispy Air Fryer Kimchi Fries

A brilliant fusion of spicy, fermented kimchi and melted cheddar over easy 30-minute extra crispy fries. The air fryer blasts away the moisture, giving you a deep-fried crunch without being weighed down by oil. The ultimate weekend cheat meal. Tested multiple times to balance the sharp, acidic kimchi against the rich cheddar, ensuring the flavour profile hits perfectly without becoming overly salty.

30 MINS
🔥 395 KCAL
💪 11G Protein
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Air fryer fries drizzled with garlic sour cream sauce

Extra Crispy Air Fryer Sour Cream & Onion Fries

These irresistible sour cream fries are extra crispy on the outside and fluffy in the centre. Every golden fry is drizzled with a velvety, garlic-infused sour cream sauce. An easy treat that delivers the perfect balance of savoury textures. It's the ultimate post-workout reward that won't derail your progress. Tested to ensure the sauce coats the fries perfectly without turning them into a soggy mess.

30 MINS
🔥 369 KCAL
💪 7G Protein
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