Awesome Make-Ahead Waffle Fries #1

Based on several sources and converted to an air fryer technique.

subheading: Prep:

6 cups water (1500g) -- start water heating to boil

3 medium (2 large) russet potatoes (peeled & waffle sliced)

subheading: Par Boil:

note: Add to boiling water

1½ tbsp diamond crystal salt (15g)

1½ tbsp vinegar (23g)

note: Add potatoes and par boil for 6 to 8 min

subheading: Drain, Cool & Dry:

note: Drain into a colander

note: On a paper towel lined cutting board, lay out potatoes in a single later

note: Let cool & dry for 10 min

subheading: Flash Fry :

note: use the air fryer basket WITHOUT the crisper plate

note: spray the basket with oil

note: dump in the potatoes and spray with oil

note: toss to two spatulas to evenly coat with oil

note: air fry @ 400° for 4 min

note: toss with spatulas, spay with oil;

note: air fry @ 400° for 4 min

subheading: Freeze:

note: lay out potatoes in single layer, on parchment paper

note: freeze for at least 2 hours

note: move to freezer bag and store up to 3 months

subheading: Final Cook:

note: use the air fryer basket WITHOUT the crisper plate

note: spray with oil; add fries; spray w/oil

note: air fry @400 for 5 min

note: spray with oil; toss/flip; spray w/oil

note: air fry @400 for 5 min

note: if needed, repeat flip+fry for additional 2 min intervals

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