Air-Fried Potato Delicacies: Quick, Easy, And Delicious!

Air fryers have become a popular way to cook potatoes, as they can create a crispy exterior with a soft and tender interior. They are also a healthier alternative to deep frying, as they require less oil. There are many different types of potatoes that can be cooked in an air fryer, including baby potatoes, Yukon gold potatoes, red potatoes, russet potatoes, and baby or new potatoes.

There are also a variety of seasonings that can be used to add flavour to air-fried potatoes, such as Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, pepper, paprika, and parsley. The cooking time for air-fried potatoes is typically around 20 minutes, which is much faster than oven-roasted potatoes.

Air Fryer Baked Potatoes

Ingredients:

• 4 medium russet potatoes
• 1/2 tsp sea salt, or to taste
• 1 tbsp olive oil, or use a cooking spray

Instructions:

• Start by scrubbing the potatoes under running water, then pat them dry thoroughly.
• Poke the potatoes all over with a fork.
• Add the potatoes to the air fryer basket and drizzle in oil and salt. Rub the oil so that all sides of the potatoes are coated.
• Cook the potatoes in a basket-style air fryer at 400˚F for about 30 minutes.
• Flip the potatoes and cook for an additional 5-15 minutes, depending on the size of the potatoes, or until a knife easily pierces through the center.
• For a toaster-style air fryer: reduce the temperature to about 375˚F, flip halfway, and keep the timing the same.

Tips:

• The cook time of the baked potato will slightly vary depending on the size of the potato and your air fryer. Small potatoes will take less time while larger and thicker potatoes will take longer.
• Test for doneness – your potato is cooked through if a knife inserted into the center is easily pierced. You can easily continue cooking them in the air fryer if they need more time.
• Don't overcrowd the air fryer. You want the air to circulate evenly around the potatoes.

Toppings:

• Butter
• Sour cream
• Bacon bits
• Shredded cheese (Mexican or cheddar)
• Everything bagel seasoning
• Jalapeno (sliced or diced)
• Chives or green onion to garnish

Air Fryer Roasted Potatoes

Ingredients

• Yukon Gold Potatoes
• Extra Virgin Olive Oil
• Salt
• Italian Seasoning
• Garlic Powder
• Black Pepper
• Parsley (optional)

Method

• Cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces, leaving the skin on.
• Place the potatoes in a medium-sized bowl and drizzle with olive oil.
• Sprinkle on the Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss the potatoes to ensure they are evenly coated.
• Transfer the potatoes to the air fryer basket in a single layer.
• Air fry at 400°F for 18-20 minutes, flipping and tossing halfway through.
• The potatoes are done when they are golden brown and crisp on the outside, and tender when pierced with a fork.
• Garnish with parsley and serve.

Tips

• For maximum crispiness, preheat your air fryer and cook the potatoes in batches to avoid overcrowding the basket.
• Leave the potato skins on for a crispy, salted texture, and to retain nutrients.
• Avoid using cooking spray as it can damage the coating of your air fryer basket. Instead, toss the potatoes in olive oil to prevent sticking.
• If using starchy potatoes, soak them in cold water for 10-15 minutes before roasting to reduce the excess starch.

Variations

You can experiment with different seasonings to create a variety of flavours, such as:

• Ranch
• Taco seasoning
• Cajun spice
• Chili lime
• Lemon and herb
• Greek
• Mexican

Air Fryer French Fries

Ingredients

• 2 medium-sized russet potatoes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
• 2 tablespoons Parmesan cheese, grated
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper

Method

• Preheat the air fryer to 380 degrees Fahrenheit.
• Slice the potatoes into 1/4-inch strips.
• Rinse the potato slices in cold water and pat dry with a paper towel.
• In a medium-sized bowl, toss the potatoes with olive oil, Italian seasoning, Parmesan cheese, salt, and pepper.
• Place the fries into the basket of the air fryer in a single layer.
• Cook for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown, tossing halfway through.
• Serve with ketchup, fry sauce, or your favourite dipping sauce.

Tips

• For the perfect crispiness, don't overcrowd the air fryer. Work in small batches to allow the air to circulate around all the potatoes.
• Experiment with different types of potatoes and spices to find your favourite combination.
• Rinsing or soaking the potatoes before cooking helps to remove excess starch and will make the fries crispier.
• If you don't have an air fryer, you can bake the fries in the oven at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes.

Air Fryer Crispy Potatoes

Ingredients:

• Baby potatoes, Yukon gold potatoes, or red potatoes
• Extra-virgin olive oil
• Salt
• Italian seasoning
• Garlic powder
• Black pepper
• Freshly chopped parsley, for garnish (optional)
• Cajun seasoning (optional)
• Lemon wedge, for serving (optional)

Instructions:

• Cut the potatoes into bite-sized pieces, leaving the skin on.
• In a medium-sized bowl, toss the potatoes with olive oil, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
• Place the potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Make sure not to overcrowd the basket.
• Air fry at 400°F for 10 minutes.
• Shake the basket and stir the potatoes. Continue cooking for 8-10 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy on the outside, and tender on the inside.
• Serve with a squeeze of lemon juice and garnish with chopped parsley, if desired.

Tips:

• Leave the potato skins on for a crispy, salted bite and extra nutrition.
• Preheat your air fryer to achieve maximum crispiness.
• Avoid using cooking spray as it can damage the coating of your air fryer basket. Instead, toss the potatoes in olive oil to prevent sticking.
• Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation and even cooking.
• Get creative with your seasonings! Try ranch seasoning, taco seasoning, Cajun spice, chili lime, or lemon and herb.

Air Fryer Potato Wedges

Ingredients:

• 2 medium russet potatoes
• 1-2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4-1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
• 1/4-1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon parsley flakes
• 1/2 teaspoon chilli powder
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Method:

First, preheat your air fryer to 200C/400F and grease the air fryer basket.

Scrub the potatoes (leave the peels on) and cut each in half lengthwise, then cut lengthwise again to make quarters. Cut each quarter such that you end up with 1/2-inch wedges (likely you'll be cutting each quarter into thirds, giving you 12-16 wedges per potato).

Place the wedges in a large bowl and fill with cool water. Swish the potatoes around, then pour off the water. Repeat until the water runs clear. This removes the excess starch from the potatoes and helps them crisp. Once you've rinsed the potatoes, pour very hot tap water over the top so that it covers the potatoes by at least 1 inch. Let sit for 10 minutes.

Spread the potato wedges onto a clean towel and pat very dry. Dry out the bowl you used to rinse them, then return the potatoes to the bowl. Top the potatoes with the oil, salt, garlic powder, chilli powder, smoked paprika, ground paprika, parsley flakes, and black pepper. Toss to coat.

Add a single layer of potato wedges to the basket and air fry for 10 minutes. Flip the wedges with tongs and cook for an additional 5-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crisp on the outside and tender when pierced with a fork.

Tips:

• For an extra crispy wedge, soak the potato wedges in cold water for 30 minutes before air frying. This helps remove some of the excess starch.
• Work in batches so you don’t crowd the air fryer basket.
• Try switching up the spices with onion powder, ranch seasoning, or chilli powder for a little heat.
• Toss the wedges in parmesan cheese and garnish with fresh parsley for a fancy appetizer.
• Don't forget the dipping sauce! Try sugar-free ketchup, sugar-free BBQ sauce, Big Mac sauce, or spicy mayo!

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