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Crispy Air Fryer Potatoes

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Enjoy perfectly crispy and fluffy potatoes in under 30 minutes with this simple air fryer recipe that combines pantry staples for a delicious side dish.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Calories: 160
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 4 medium russet potatoes preferably high starch for fluffiness
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil substitute avocado oil for higher smoke point
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika smoked paprika adds a nice depth
  • to taste salt freshly cracked black pepper to taste

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Scrub the potatoes and dry them well. Peel if you prefer, then cut into 1-inch cubes or evenly sized wedges.
  2. Optional: Soak the cut potatoes in cold water for 15–30 minutes to remove excess starch, then drain and pat completely dry.
Cooking
  1. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3–5 minutes.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the dried potato pieces with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, and a generous pinch of salt and pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Arrange the potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, being careful not to overcrowd.
  4. Cook at 400°F for 16–22 minutes, shaking or turning the basket at 8–10 minutes.
  5. Check doneness by piercing a piece with a fork; it should be tender inside and crisp outside. If needed, add an additional 2–4 minutes.
Serving
  1. Transfer to a serving dish, taste and adjust salt. Serve immediately with a squeeze of lemon, chopped parsley, or your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 120mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1g

Notes

For extra crispiness, cut into smaller, uniform cubes. Store cooled leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the air fryer for best results.
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