Quick answer: 🥔 Air Fryer roasted potatoes: For perfect results, cut the potatoes into even pieces, toss them with a little olive oil, thyme, and salt, then cook them at 200°C (390°F) for about twenty minutes, shaking halfway through. Result: golden and crispy on the outside, meltingly tender on the inside! 🔥👌
Do you dream of effortlessly crispy , golden potatoes? The air fryer is your ally for perfect roasts every time! 🥔✨ With a few simple tips, you can get potatoes that are golden on the outside, melt-in-your-mouth tender on the inside, and ready in record time. Follow this guide to master air fryer roasting potatoes for perfect results at home, without missing a single step. 👉
The air fryer: the roasted potato revolution
The air fryer (or hot air fryer) allows you to roast with very little oil: it circulates hot air around the food for even, quick, and crispy cooking. The result: lighter roasted potatoes that are just as delicious as those roasted in a traditional oven. Perfect for an appetizer, a quick side dish, or even Sunday brunch! 🕒🔥
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Which potatoes should I choose?
Choosing the right variety is essential for a perfect texture! Ratte or baby potatoes are ideal: firm flesh, subtle flavor, they hold their shape well during cooking and brown beautifully. Ratte du Touquet potatoes are wonderful in an air fryer. You can also opt for Charlotte, Chérie, or new potatoes. Floury varieties (Bintje, Agata) will give a more meltingly tender interior, but are less crispy.
Ingredients & preparation: the key to success 🥄
- Potatoes (ratte, new potatoes…)
- Olive oil or neutral oil (1 to 2 tbsp)
- Salt, pepper
- IGP Provence thyme or other herbs (rosemary, oregano)
- Optional: garlic, smoked paprika, chili pepper, grated parmesan… depending on your mood
- Wash the potatoes. If they are organic and small, there's no need to peel them: the skin becomes ultra crispy!
- Cut them into regular pieces (quarters or 1.5 cm slices).
- Dry them thoroughly with a cloth to avoid moisture.
- Mix them together in a bowl with the oil, salt, herbs, and spices. 💃
Perfect cooking in an air fryer: instructions for use
- Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (optional but recommended for a nice golden color).
- Place the potatoes in the basket. Avoid overcrowding them for even cooking: it's better to cook them in two batches if necessary.
- Start cooking for about twenty minutes (depending on the size and variety). Halfway through cooking, shake the basket well or stir with a spatula to brown each side. 🔄
- Keep an eye on the color: they should be golden brown and crispy on the outside, tender in the center. Adjust the time if necessary.
- Enjoy immediately, with a pinch of fleur de sel, a drizzle of olive oil, or even a little freshly grated Parmesan. 😋
Tips & variations to impress your guests 🎉
- For extra crispy potatoes, soak them in cold water for ten minutes after cutting, then dry them well.
- Add some Provençal thyme , fresh rosemary or a mix of spices to vary the flavors.
- A touch of smoked paprika or Espelette pepper enhances the flavor, especially for an aperitif 🍹.
- Want a cheesy touch? Sprinkle with a little parmesan or nutritional yeast just before the end of cooking.
- To accompany it, nothing beats a golden-brown ratte du Touquet potato , homemade sauces (yogurt-chive, mustard, ketchup, aioli…), or for a raclette, check out Neary 's selection of side dishes !
FAQ: Everything you need to know for foolproof roasted potatoes 🤔
Do you need to peel the potatoes?
Not necessary! If they're organic or Ratte du Touquet potatoes, the skin adds crunch and flavor. Just scrub them well under running water, that's all. 🍃
How much oil should I use?
One to two tablespoons are enough for 800g to 1kg of potatoes. An air fryer needs very little oil to brown perfectly. 😇
How to prevent potatoes from sticking?
Dry the pieces thoroughly before oiling them. Don't overcrowd the basket: air needs to circulate freely. Shake it halfway through cooking, and everything will be perfect!
Can it be prepared in advance?
Yes, you can cut and season them in advance. But cook them just before serving to keep them crispy. If you need to reheat them, reheat them for two or three minutes in the air fryer. ♻️
Which herbs or spices should be preferred?
Thyme, rosemary, smoked paprika, garlic powder, oregano… Let your imagination run wild! For a Mediterranean taste, try IGP Provence thyme . 🌿
Can you do anything else in the air fryer at the same time?
Yes: vegetables, carrots, sweet potatoes… Make sure the pieces are a similar size and cooking time to avoid any surprises. 🥕
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