Air Fryer Baby Potatoes

5 from 1 vote

Air Fryer Baby Potatoes are a quick and easy side dish that can be made in under an hour. The potatoes are seasoned with a blend of herbs and spices, then cooked until they are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. This healthy and delicious recipe is perfect for any meal, from brunch to dinner.

Prep Time5

Cook Time55

Resting30

Total Time1 55

Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 222kcal

Author: Val

Equipment

Air Fryer (My Instant Vortex Plus XL)
Knives
Cutting board
Cooking pot
Paper towels
A serving dish

Ingredients

2 lbs potatoes
2 teaspoon dried basil
2 teaspoon ground paprika
1 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoon bread crumbs
2 teaspoon garlic powder
2 teaspoon olive oil

Instructions

Rinse the potatoes thoroughly and cut each one into four equal pieces.
Put the potatoes in a saucepan, cover them with one inch of water, and add a teaspoon of salt. If you like, you can also add a bay leaf and some whole peppercorns to the water for extra flavor (optional). Bring them to a boil and let them simmer for about 20 minutes. It’s fine if the potatoes are not fully cooked at this point, as they will continue to cook while cooling down.
Take the saucepan off the heat and drain the water. Let the potatoes cool down, ideally to room temperature. After this, you can refrigerate them to use the next day if you like. You can also move on to the next step right away.
Spray the bottom of the air fryer basket with Olive Oil Spray. Next, put half of the potatoes in the basket with the skin side facing down, sprinkle the top with half of the spices, and then add some olive oil.
Set the air fryer to a temperature of 400°F or 200°C and a time of 14 minutes. Note that the total cooking time will be slightly longer as the air fryer takes about 3 minutes to preheat, but it won't significantly affect the result. Also, the cooking time is only a recommendation. You can make the potatoes as golden or crispy as you want them to be. Just check them during cooking to get your desired level of crispiness.
After the first batch of potatoes is finished, move it to a serving dish.
Repeat the same process with the remaining potatoes. Sprinkle the rest of the spices on top, and cook for another 14 minutes (or the amount of time that you prefer) using the same temperature. Once finished, take them out of the air fryer and put them on the serving dish. Serve and enjoy!

Video

Notes

Cooking Time and Temperature

Air fry at 400°F (200°C) for about 14 minutes per batch.

Taste & Texture

Golden, crispy potatoes with fluffy centers and savory herb seasoning.

Storage, Freezing & Reheating

Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Freezer: Freeze cooked potatoes for up to 2 months.
Reheat: Air fry again for a few minutes to bring back crispiness.

Serving Recommendations

I love serving these with burgers, grilled chicken, or just with dipping sauces as a snack. They’re especially good with garlic aioli or ranch.

Recipe Variations and Substitutions

Add parmesan cheese.
Use oregano instead of basil.
Add chili flakes for spice.
If you do use turmeric, be careful not to add too much, as it can make the fries taste bitter.
Finally, serving the fries with a rich sauce like cheese sauce sounds delicious, but using just salt is always an option.

Proper Storage Tips

Cool completely before storing.
Keep refrigerated in an airtight container.
Reheat in the air fryer for the crispiest texture.

Pro Tips

Boil the potatoes first.
Don’t overcrowd the basket.
Cook a little longer for extra crispy edges.

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