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Pro tip: stop soaking your fries before you air fry them

I kept seeing recipes call for a 30-minute soak, but after testing it three times, the fries just steam and get soggy. Has anyone else ditched the soak and gotten crispier results?
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emmag40
emmag401mo ago
Guess my soggy fry phase was just a cry for help.
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laurar38
laurar381mo ago
My last batch soaked for 20 minutes and came out limp. I pat them bone dry now, toss with a tiny bit of oil and cornstarch, and they get a proper crunch. The soak just seems to add moisture that the air fryer can't fight off fast enough. I haven't looked back since skipping that step.
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