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Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes

Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes

Delicious air fryer smashed potatoes that are crispy, easy to make, and perfect as a snack!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Course Snacks
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 124 kcal

Equipment

  • Air fryer
  • oven

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb potatoes See notes for potato types.
  • 1 teaspoon turmeric
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder prefer using powder vs. fresh garlic (latter burns)
  • 1 teaspoon red chili powder
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons salt adjust to taste!

Instructions
 

Precook Potatoes

  • Preheat air fryer to 400°F (or oven to 425°F, and use a roast setting if available)
  • Wash and dry potatoes thoroughly. If using medium sized potatoes, quarter them. If using small potatoes, use them as-is.
  • To precook, either parboil by cooking in salted water with turmeric for about 20 minutes or air fry for 15-20 minutes at 400°F.
  • Check if a fork passes easily through the potatoes. If not, cook until they're done! Cool completely and transfer to mixing bowl.

Prepare Seasoning

  • Mix garlic powder and red chili powder with olive oil using a fork. Pour half of the mixture on the potatoes and coat well.
  • You can also start by adding half olive oil, then add spices for better coating.

Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes

  • Transfer the potatoes into the air fryer basket or sheet with sufficient spacing.
  • Smash the potatoes softly using a fork. Brush any remaining seasoned oil on top.
  • Air fry for about 20 minutes, flipping halfway through to desired crispiness.

Oven Baked Smashed Potatoes

  • Place the smashed potatoes on a baking sheet, evenly spaced apart.
  • Drizzle the remaining oil on top and bake for about 20 to 25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Serving Instructions

  • Serve hot, optionally topped with fresh herbs or grated vegan cheese.

Notes

I prefer using baby gold potatoes, but red potatoes work well too. Adjust roasting times based on your air fryer or oven type. Avoid fresh ingredients before roasting as they may burn.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 124kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 786mgPotassium: 339mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 12mgIron: 1mg
Keyword Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes, crispy, gluten-free, potatoes, Snack, vegan
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