Crispy Air Fryer Roast Potatoes

Name: Crispy Air Fryer Roast Potatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 60 min
Total time: 70 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 1 kg Maris Piper potatoes; 1 tbsp sunflower or olive oil; 1 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper

Achieve perfectly golden, crispy roast potatoes with a fluffy interior using your air fryer. This method uses significantly less oil than traditional roasting while delivering that classic Sunday roast crunch in a fraction of the time.

Servings4 Portions

Prep Time10 Mins

Cook Time60 Mins

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

Maris Piper potatoes
1 kg
sunflower or olive oil
1 tbsp
salt
1 tsp
black pepper
0.5 tsp

Step-by-Step Instructions

Peel the potatoes and cut them into evenly sized chunks, approximately 3-4 cm in diameter, to ensure they cook at the same rate.

Place the potato pieces into a steamer insert over a pan of boiling water or simmer them gently in a pot of lightly salted water for about 5-8 minutes. The goal is to soften the exterior while keeping the center firm.

Drain the potatoes thoroughly in a colander and let them steam-dry for a minute. Gently shake the colander to roughen up the edges of the potatoes; these fuzzy edges are the secret to a super-crispy crust.

Transfer the potatoes to the air fryer basket. Drizzle with the sunflower or olive oil and toss well to ensure every piece is thoroughly and evenly coated.

Set the air fryer to 190°C (375°F) and cook for 30 minutes. If your air fryer has a rotating paddle, use it; otherwise, shake the basket every 10-15 minutes to ensure even browning.

Check the potatoes for a deep golden-brown color and tender interior. If they aren't crispy enough, cook for another 5-10 minutes. Season generously with salt and pepper while hot and serve immediately.