Shake Shack’s Crinkle Cut Fries Recipe
These Shake Shack-style Crinkle Cut Fries are crispy on the outside, fluffy on the inside, and perfectly seasoned for a classic restaurant-inspired side dish. They’re quick to prepare in the air fryer and pair perfectly with burgers, sandwiches, hot dogs, or your favorite dipping sauces.
- Prep Time: 2 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 17 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Fry
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
- 1 bag frozen crinkle-cut fries
- Cooking spray (optional)
- Fine sea salt, to taste
- Black pepper, to taste (optional)
- Garlic powder (optional)
- Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Lightly spray the air fryer basket with cooking spray if desired for extra crispiness.
- Arrange the frozen crinkle-cut fries in a single layer without overcrowding the basket.
- Air fry for 12–15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking.
- Cook for an additional 1–3 minutes if you prefer extra crispy fries.
- Season immediately with fine sea salt, black pepper, and garlic powder if using.
- Garnish with fresh parsley if desired and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauces.
Notes
- Cook the fries directly from frozen for the crispiest results.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure even browning.
- Top with Parmesan cheese, Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, ranch seasoning, or truffle salt for extra flavor.
- Make loaded fries by adding cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, green onions, and burger sauce.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat in a 350°F (175°C) air fryer for 3–5 minutes until crispy. Avoid microwaving for the best texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 330 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 33 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
