Ingredients
- 500 g potatoes
- 1½ tablespoons olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon dried rosemary or Italian seasoning
- ¼ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan, optional
- Fresh parsley, for garnish
Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the potatoes
Wash the potatoes well and remove any dirt. You can peel them, but leaving the skin on gives the potatoes extra texture and flavor.
2. Cut into pieces
Cut the potatoes into roughly equal-sized chunks. Try to keep the pieces similar in size so they cook evenly.
3. Soak the potatoes
Place the potato pieces in a bowl of cold water for about 15–20 minutes. This helps remove some surface starch and can make the finished potatoes crispier.
4. Dry very well
Drain the potatoes and pat them completely dry with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels. Removing excess moisture is important for good air-fryer browning.
5. Add the seasoning
Put the potatoes into a large bowl. Add olive oil, salt, garlic powder, paprika, rosemary, and black pepper. Toss until every piece is evenly coated.
6. Preheat the air fryer
Preheat your air fryer to 200°C (400°F) for about 3 minutes, if your model recommends preheating.
7. Arrange the potatoes
Place the potatoes in the air-fryer basket in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding because the hot air needs room to circulate.
8. Air fry
Cook at 200°C (400°F) for 18–25 minutes, shaking the basket every 7–8 minutes.
Cooking time can vary depending on the potato size and your air fryer.
9. Check for doneness
The potatoes should be golden and crisp outside and easily pierced with a fork inside. If they need more color, cook for another 2–4 minutes.
10. Finish and serve
Transfer the roast potatoes to a serving bowl. Sprinkle with Parmesan and fresh parsley if desired, then serve immediately.
🔥 Tips for Extra-Crispy Potatoes
- Don’t overcrowd the air-fryer basket.
- Dry the potatoes thoroughly after soaking.
- Cut the potatoes into similar-sized pieces.
- Shake the basket several times during cooking.
- For extra crispiness, add 1 teaspoon cornstarch to the seasoned potatoes before air frying.
- Serve immediately while they’re hot and crispy.
🥔 Easy Flavor Variations
Garlic Herb: Add extra garlic powder and dried parsley or rosemary.
Parmesan: Toss the cooked potatoes with grated Parmesan and parsley.
Spicy: Add a small pinch of chili powder or red pepper flakes.
Lemon Herb: Add a little fresh lemon juice and parsley just before serving.
Serving Ideas
These crispy air-fryer potatoes are delicious alongside grilled chicken, roasted vegetables, fish, burgers, eggs, or steak. They also make a tasty breakfast side with scrambled or fried eggs.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat them in the air fryer at 180°C (350°F) for 4–7 minutes to bring back some of their crispiness.
