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Air Fryer Baby Potatoes

June 20, 2022
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Air fryer baby potatoes are perfectly seasoned, crispy on the outside, and fluffy on the inside. The best way to roast your baby potatoes in no time. And enjoy your crispy baby potatoes for a side dish or appetizer.

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Potatoes are always good no matter how they are cooked, they taste delicious. Roasted veggies are one of my favorites including air fryer baked potatoes. Baby potatoes are easy to cook because you can simply wash them, season them with your favorite seasonings, cook, serve, and enjoy.

Air fryer baby potatoes can be smashed and used for making mashed potatoes or you can even make air fryer potato pancakes from the leftovers. If you love making these types of quick side dish recipes, be sure to check, the air fryer diced potatoes.

How to make air fryer baby potatoes?

You will love how easy and convenient it is to make roasted air fryer baby potatoes with a few ingredients. And all the ingredients are available in your pantry.

Ingredients for air fryer baby potatoes

air fryer baby potatoes recipe

  • 450g red baby potatoes
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ dry parsley
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)

Instructions for air fryer baby potatoes

  1. Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly, and dry them with a clean kitchen towel or with a paper towel. Cut them into half and similar sizes.
  2. air fryer small diced potatoes
  3. Preheat your air fryer at 200C/400F for 3 minutes.
  4. Transfer the clean baby potatoes into a mixing bowl, drizzle oil over the potatoes, and give them a quick mix.
  5. After that add garlic powder, dry parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix them all together until the potatoes are well coated.easy air fryer baby potatoes
  6. Place the seasoned baby potatoes into the air fryer basket in a single layer.baby potatoes, air fryer temp and time
  7. Cook them at 200C/400F for 20 minutes or until cooked. Toss them halfway through the cooking process.
  8. Remove the roasted air fryer baby potatoes from the basket, and adjust the seasoning if necessary.air fryer baby potatoes no oil
  9. Serve and enjoy!

You can find the air fryer baby potatoes recipe in the printable card below

How to season baby potatoes?

When it comes to seasoning the potatoes the choices are endless. You can add any of your favorite seasonings to the recipe even if I’ve missed out here.

You can add herbs such as rosemary, oregano, thyme, basil, etc. Or you can make homemade potato seasoning by mixing oregano, parsley, thyme, garlic powder, and black pepper.

Or you can just make air fryer baby potatoes simple by adding oil, salt, and pepper.

Tips for making tasty & crunchy baby potatoes in an air fryer

  • Don’t skip the preheating process before making any type of food in an air fryer.
  • Baby potatoes are cooked with skin so make sure to scrub the potatoes as much as possible to get rid of dirt.
  • Dry the potatoes before seasoning them, this way the seasonings are well coated in the potatoes.
  • Half the potatoes if they are bigger in size and make sure you cut them evenly or cook them whole if they are small in size.
  • Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket, leave some space between the potatoes for the evenly cooked results. Cook in batches for the best result.
  • Toss the potatoes halfway through the cooking process to avoid burning and for the evenly cooked results.

What to serve with air fryer baby potatoes?

Potatoes are such a versatile and delicious recipe that goes with any main meal. Serve them in air fryer breakfast recipe to get a fuller breakfast. Or serve them with any meat item for your dinner. Serve them with frozen chicken breast in air fryer or air fryer chicken schnitzel.

Dipping sauce for air fryer baby potatoes

These air fryer roasted baby potatoes are best when served with ketchup, ranch dressing, or sour cream for an appetizer.

Other healthy potatoes recipes you’ll love

  • Air fryer hasselback potatoes
  • Air fryer loaded baked potatoes

How long do you fry baby potatoes in an air fryer?

Every air fryer works differently depending on its brand. Baby potatoes, air fryer temp, and time are 200C/400F for 20 minutes.
However, the cooking time may vary according to the size of the potatoes you are cooking. Adjust the time accordingly for the best result.

air fryer garlic baby potatoes

Can you freeze the air-fried baby potatoes?

Yes, let the air fryer potatoes cool before storing. Place the cooled potatoes in an air-tight container and store them in the refrigerator. They are good for 3-4 days.

If you want to freeze them store them in the freezer and they are good for a month or two. Thaw the frozen air fryer baby potatoes before reheating them.

How to reheat frozen baby potatoes in an air fryer?

Transfer the leftover potatoes to the air fryer basket and reheat them at 200C/400F for 3-4 minutes or until warm.

Here are some of the frequently asked questions

How do you clean baby potatoes?

Baby potatoes are best when cooked with the skin on. But you should clean them thoroughly with clean water. But you might notice some of the dirt stuck in the potatoes for those you can use a vegetable brush to clean. Scrub the potatoes under running water for the best result.

Do I need to soak potatoes in water before air frying?

Soaking the potatoes is not necessary if you’re cooking the whole baby potatoes. However, if you are cutting the potatoes in half soaking helps to get rid of excess starch and helps potatoes to crisp. Make sure to dry the potatoes after soaking before seasoning them.

How long does it take to air fry potatoes?

The air fryer baby potatoes cook time varies according to their size. However, the potatoes cook at 200C/400F for 20-30 minutes.

Do you have to poke holes in a potato before putting it in an air fryer?

A poking hole definitely helps the potatoes to cook faster but it’s not necessary if you are using baby potatoes. However, if your cutting the potatoes in half poking is not necessary.

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Can I use other types of potatoes for this recipe?

Yes, you can use any other soft skin potato for this recipe if you don’t have baby red potatoes. Make sure you cut them in equal sizes for the even;y cooked result.

Can you air fry raw potatoes without oil?

Yes, you can air fry raw potatoes without oil. Air fryer baby potatoes can also be air-fried with no oil. Don’t forget to season them before serving.

Will this recipe work with larger potatoes?

Of course, cut them in half or quarters in similar sizes and follow the cooking instructions given above.

Are air fried potatoes healthy?

Yes, these easy air fryer baby potatoes are healthy than deep-fried potatoes. The texture of the air-fried potatoes is the best without adding any oil. Which also cuts down the extra calories and fat from the oil or butter.

If you like the air fryer baby potatoes recipe, look what else you can air fry:

  • Air fryer baked potatoes

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Crispy Air Fryer Baby Potatoes - TopAirFryerRecipes

Air fryer baby potatoes are perfectly seasoned, crispy on the outside, and fluffy on the inside. Potatoes are always good no matter how they are cooked, they taste delicious.
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Calories 191 kcal

Equipment

  • air fryer

Ingredients
  

  • 450 g red baby potatoes
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ¼ dry parsley
  • 1 tablespoon oil
  • ½ teaspoon chili flakes (optional)
  • Salt and Pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • Wash and scrub the potatoes thoroughly, and dry them with a clean kitchen towel or with a paper towel. Cut them into half and similar sizes.
    air fryer small diced potatoes
  • Preheat your air fryer at 200C/400F for 3 minutes.
  • Transfer the clean baby potatoes into a mixing bowl, drizzle oil over the potatoes, and give them a quick mix.
  • After that add garlic powder, dry parsley, chili flakes, salt, and pepper. Mix them all together until the potatoes are well coated.
    easy air fryer baby potatoes
  • Place the seasoned baby potatoes into the air fryer basket in a single layer.
    baby potatoes, air fryer temp and time
  • Cook them at 200C/400F for 20 minutes or until cooked. Toss them halfway through the cooking process.
    air fryer baby potatoes no oil
  • Remove the roasted air fryer baby potatoes from the basket, and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
  • Serve and enjoy!
    air fryer baby potatoes crispy

Notes

Nutrition amount per serving:
Calories- 191 kcal | Total Fat- 3g | Saturated Fat- 1g | Trans Fat- 0g | Unsaturated Fat- 3g | Protein- 5g | Carbohydrates- 35g | Cholesterol-0mg | Sodium- 243mg | Sugar- 2g | Fiber- 4g |
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