Roast potatoes in air fryer – the crispy, quick, and healthy way

Prepare the Potatoes:Peel and chop your potatoes into 2.5 cm (1-inch) chunks. Rinse under cold water to remove excess starch and pat dry.

Peel and chop your potatoes into 2.5 cm (1-inch) chunks. Rinse under cold water to remove excess starch and pat dry.

Set Up the Air Fryer:Place a shallow tray insert into the air fryer basket if you’re using one.

Place a shallow tray insert into the air fryer basket if you’re using one.

Coat the Potatoes:Toss the potatoes in 2 tablespoons of oil, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.

Toss the potatoes in 2 tablespoons of oil, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.

Air Fry in Stages:Cook the potatoes at 200°C/400°F for 5 minutes.Turn the potatoes and cook for another 5 minutes.After 10 minutes, turn them again, lightly bash them with a spoon for rougher edges, and add an optional drizzle of oil.Cook for an additional 10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

Cook the potatoes at 200°C/400°F for 5 minutes.

Turn the potatoes and cook for another 5 minutes.

After 10 minutes, turn them again, lightly bash them with a spoon for rougher edges, and add an optional drizzle of oil.

Cook for an additional 10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

Season and Serve:Sprinkle with salt and fresh thyme, then serve immediately.

Sprinkle with salt and fresh thyme, then serve immediately.

Use Floury Potatoes: Varieties like Maris Piper or Rooster have a high starch content, which leads to a fluffier interior after roasting.

Don’t Overcrowd the Air Fryer: To ensure even cooking and crispy edges, place the potatoes in a single layer.

Get Creative with Seasonings: While thyme is classic, you can experiment with garlic powder, paprika, or rosemary for extra flavour.

Parboil the Potatoes: Boil the peeled and chopped potatoes for about 8-9 minutes until softened at the edges.

Roughen the Edges: Drain and shake the potatoes in a colander to roughen up their edges, which helps them crisp up in the air fryer.

Air Fry as Usual: Follow the air frying instructions, but reduce the cooking time by 5 minutes since the potatoes are partially cooked.

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Vegetarian dishes like stuffed peppers or a hearty lentil stew.

Calories: 252 kcal

Carbohydrates: 37g

Protein: 4g

Fat: 11g

Fibre: 6g

Uneven Cooking: Make sure to shake the air fryer basket halfway through or turn the potatoes to ensure even cooking.

Potatoes Not Crispy Enough: Extend the cooking time by a few minutes or give them a light spray of cooking oil to enhance crispiness.

Can I use different types of potatoes?Yes, but floury varieties like Maris Piper or Rooster are best for achieving a fluffy interior.

Yes, but floury varieties like Maris Piper or Rooster are best for achieving a fluffy interior.

How can I make them even crispier?You can parboil the potatoes or add extra oil during cooking for a crunchier finish.

You can parboil the potatoes or add extra oil during cooking for a crunchier finish.

Can I make these without oil?Yes, but the potatoes won’t be as crispy. Using at least a small amount of oil helps to create the desired crunchy exterior. However, you can still achieve a nice, browned texture by air frying without oil if you prefer a lower-fat option.

Yes, but the potatoes won’t be as crispy. Using at least a small amount of oil helps to create the desired crunchy exterior. However, you can still achieve a nice, browned texture by air frying without oil if you prefer a lower-fat option.

Can I freeze air fryer roast potatoes?Yes! You can freeze cooked roast potatoes. Allow them to cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container or freezer bag. To reheat, simply air fry them straight from the freezer for about 10 minutes at 180°C/350°F until heated through and crispy.

Yes! You can freeze cooked roast potatoes. Allow them to cool completely, then transfer to an airtight container or freezer bag. To reheat, simply air fry them straight from the freezer for about 10 minutes at 180°C/350°F until heated through and crispy.

How long can I store leftovers?Leftover roast potatoes can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the air fryer at 180°C/350°F for 5-8 minutes to restore their crispiness.

Leftover roast potatoes can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the air fryer at 180°C/350°F for 5-8 minutes to restore their crispiness.

What if I don’t have an air fryer?If you don’t have an air fryer, you can still make delicious roast potatoes in the oven. Simply follow the same steps, but bake them in a preheated oven at 220°C/425°F for about 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through.

If you don’t have an air fryer, you can still make delicious roast potatoes in the oven. Simply follow the same steps, but bake them in a preheated oven at 220°C/425°F for about 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway through.