These are going to make you feel like a gourmet chef, but they’re so easy that anybody can make them.
They’re , salty, and packed with in every bite!
Whether you want to make your own from scratch of start with a batch of frozen , you’ll be able to whip these delicious up in no time.
Should you use fresh potatoes or frozen to make ?
There are two routes you can go here: cutting your own from scratch, or using a bag of .
Many French fry purists will say that you shouldn’t use , but that’s blasphemy! I love using frozen because cutting potatoes can be a real pain.
I purchased a bag of “Handsome Cut ” from Trader Joe’s, but any will work great for this . You can use steak cut , shoestring , or any other type you prefer!
If you prefer to hand-cut your own , you can certainly go that route as well. In fact, I did that with my Spicy Nacho and it worked out great.
For this , you’ll use 2 medium russet potatoes. The is definitely my preferred to use to achieve , but if you have another preference, you can change it up.
All you need to do is wash the potatoes then slice them up into .
If you’re using raw potatoes, you’ll need to let the cut potatoes soak in cold water for about 20 minutes before cooking. Soaking the potatoes pulls out the starch and will lead to much crispier .
That’s just another reason I enjoy using , though: all you have to do is dump the bag right into the or onto a , and you’re ready to go!
vs : Which is better for ?
Assuming you’re not growing or buying your own black , you’ll need to purchase something with in it.
To make , you can either toss your in (or ) or top them with .
If you toss the in after cooking, they’ll have plenty of , so you’ll only need to top them with a little bit of and .
Personally, I don’t love the of on my . The is a bit too strong for me, and it comes with a hefty price tag that I just don’t love.
Instead of , I much prefer using .
This has small pieces of black mixed right into it, and it ends up being the perfect amount of for these .
Since you’ll be salting your at the end either way, you might as well use some with in it!
If you can’t get enough truffle in your life, you can always toss your in AND top with , but that’s a bit much for my tastebuds.
How to make
If you’re using , you’ll have a batch of in no time!
I used the to crisp these up as much as possible, but if you do not have an , you can utilize the oven instead.
For the , all you have to do is in the basket and air fry at 400 degrees F for 16 minutes. I open up the and shake the basket every 4 minutes to ensure they cook evenly.
If you prefer the oven, place your on a at bake at 425 degrees F for 20-30 minutes. Whether you’re using frozen or fresh , they should crisp up in that 20-30 minute range, but the exact may vary.
Either way, I recommend flipping your after 10 minutes to make sure they do not burn on the bottom.
Once the are done and , I like to spray them with cooking spray to help the seasoning stick. You can toss them in some oil as well, but I find the cooking spray to be easier (and it saves some calories, too).
Then, add the to a and toss with your and freshly .
Place the on a plate or serving dish, top with some and additional , then enjoy!
If you want to elevate the , feel free to a little over the top.
What should you serve with?
The makes an amazing side dish, but what should you pair them with?
In my mind, nothing pairs better with than a sandwich, and I have quite a few delicious sandwich recipes here on my blog to check out!
Here are some amazing options to serve alongside your :
- Chicken Sandwich
- Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich
- Healthy BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches
- Turkey Burgers
- Vegan “Meatless” Chicken Sandwiches
The Easiest Parmesan Truffle Fries
These parmesan truffle fries are packed with a ton of flavor and ready to eat in only 15 minutes! They're crispy, salty, and jam-packed with flavor.
Ingredients
- 12oz (350g) Frozen French Fries (or 2 medium Russet Potatoes)
- 1 tsp Truffle Salt
- 10g (4 tsp) Grated or Shredded Parmesan Cheese
- Parsley for garnishing
Instructions
I much prefer making truffle fries from frozen pre-cut French fries, but you can make your own fries from scratch very easily! If you're making your own, wash your 2 russet potatoes and slice into fries. Soak the cut potatoes in a bowl of cold water for 20 minutes, then pat them dry. Now you can follow the rest of the directions for fresh OR frozen French fries!
- Preheat your air fryer at 400 degrees F for about 5 minutes.
- Add your fries to the air fryer basket and air fry at 400 degrees F for 16 minutes, shaking the basket every 4 minutes or so to make sure everything crisps up evenly.
- After 16 minutes, the French fries should be nice and crispy, but you can cook them longer if you prefer your fries very well done.
- Lightly spray your cooked fries with cooking spray, then add to a large bowl and toss with the truffle salt and parmesan cheese. I use cooking spray rather than oil to save some calories, and because I find it easier, but you can also toss the fries in a little bit of olive oil (or truffle oil) to help the seasoning stick.
- Add your fries to a plate or serving tray and top with some fresh parsley. Serve alongside some honey mustard, garlic aioli, or dipping sauce of your choice!
Notes
- If you prefer to bake these truffle fries rather than use the air fryer, they can be baked at 425 degrees F for 20-30 minutes, but the exact cooking time will vary. Just be sure to flip the fries halfway through the process.
- If you want even more truffle flavor, you can toss the cooked fries in truffle oil or drizzle some truffle oil over the top before serving.
- You can add garlic powder or minced garlic to these air fryer truffle fries for even more flavor.
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Nutrition Information
Yield 2 Serving Size 1/2 of RecipeAmount Per Serving Calories 300Total Fat 11.5gCarbohydrates 40gProtein 6g
