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French fries cooked in an air fryer with little oil
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Selected: 100 g
160
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
28.5g
· 71%
Protein
2.4g
· 6%
Fat
4.2g
· 23%
Fiber
3.1g
Vitamins
B6
0.3mg · 18% DV
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B3
1.5mg · 9% DV
Vitamin C
8mg · 9% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
430mg · 13% DV
Sodium
210mg · 9% DV
Phosphorus
58mg · 8% DV
Iron
1mg · 6% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.6g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.6g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.25g
Omega 6:3 ratio 40:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (40:1).
Too much surface moisture, an overcrowded basket, and skipping preheating can all limit crisping. Dry the potatoes thoroughly, arrange them in a near-single layer, and shake the basket during cooking.
Soaking is optional, but a short soak in cold water can remove some surface starch. Drying the fries very well afterward matters most, because wet potatoes steam rather than crisp.
They can be a lighter option because they generally absorb less oil than fries cooked by deep-frying. They are still best treated as an occasional side, with attention to portion size and the rest of the meal.
Pair them with a protein source such as eggs, fish, chicken, beans, lentils, or a yogurt-based dip, plus a generous serving of vegetables or salad. Protein and fibre-containing foods can make the meal more filling.
Their carbohydrate content can make them useful before exercise for energy or after exercise alongside protein. If eating close to training, a smaller serving with minimal heavy sauces is often more comfortable.
The time of day matters less than the portion, toppings, and overall eating pattern. Large servings or rich sauces late at night may worsen indigestion or reflux for some people.
Acrylamide can form when potatoes are cooked at high temperatures until very dark brown. Cook fries to a golden colour rather than a deep brown, avoid burnt pieces, and do not overcook them.
Once cooled, refrigerate leftovers in a covered container and eat them within a few days. Reheating them in a single layer in the air fryer restores crispness better than using a microwave.
Yes, although they may become softer after thawing. For the best texture, reheat them from frozen in the air fryer; raw cut potatoes freeze better when briefly blanched first.
People managing blood sugar may want to watch serving size and eat fries with protein and vegetables, as potatoes can raise blood glucose quickly. Those on sodium restrictions should also pay attention to added salt, seasoning blends, and sauces.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.