Description

This recipe for Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes offers a quick and easy way to prepare a flavorful and crunchy side dish perfect for weeknight dinners. Using Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, seasoned with paprika, garlic powder, and a pinch of black pepper, these potatoes get perfectly crisped in the air fryer for a deliciously golden finish. Garnished with fresh herbs, they are a satisfying complement to any meal.

Ingredients

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Potatoes

2 pounds Yukon Gold or Russet Potatoes (Medium-sized, starchy texture for crispiness)

Seasoning

3 tablespoons Olive Oil (To coat the potatoes evenly)
1 teaspoon Salt (Essential for enhancing flavor)
1 teaspoon Paprika (For smoky flavor and color)
1 teaspoon Garlic Powder (Adds savory aroma)
1 pinch Black Pepper (For slight kick)

Garnish

Fresh Herbs (like rosemary or parsley) (For garnishing)

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Instructions

Choose Potatoes: Start by selecting two pounds of Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes, ideal for their starchy texture that helps achieve crispiness.
Clean Potatoes: Wash the potatoes thoroughly under cold running water and scrub gently with a vegetable brush to remove dirt and debris.
Dry Potatoes: Pat the potatoes dry with a kitchen towel, ensuring all surface moisture is removed for optimal crispiness.
Cut Potatoes: Cut the potatoes into 1-inch cubes for uniform cooking.
Toss with Oil: Place the potato cubes into a large bowl, drizzle evenly with 3 tablespoons of olive oil, and toss to coat all pieces thoroughly.
Season Potatoes: Sprinkle 1 teaspoon each of salt, paprika, garlic powder, and a pinch of black pepper over the potatoes, then toss well to distribute the seasonings evenly.
Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes before adding potatoes.
Arrange Potatoes: Place the seasoned potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure not to overcrowd for even cooking.
Cook Potatoes I: Cook for 7 minutes, then pause the air fryer.
Toss Potatoes: Shake the basket well to toss the potatoes and promote even browning and crisping.
Cook Potatoes II: Continue cooking for an additional 8 minutes, watching for a rich golden color and crispy texture.
Serve: Carefully remove the crispy potatoes, garnish with fresh herbs if desired, and serve immediately for best taste and texture.

Notes

Ensure potatoes are thoroughly dried before cooking to achieve maximum crispiness.
Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to allow hot air to circulate around potatoes evenly.
Use medium-sized cubes to ensure even cooking; smaller pieces may burn while larger pieces may be undercooked.
Fresh herbs like rosemary or parsley add a nice aromatic touch and enhance presentation.
Shaking the basket halfway through cooking is key to evenly crisp potatoes.
Adjust seasoning amounts to taste or add other spices like cumin or chili powder for variation.