Tasty Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes
Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes are an effortless yet impressive side dish, featuring crispy, golden-brown edges and a fluffy center. These potatoes are seasoned to perfection and can be enjoyed as a snack, side dish, or appetizer.
Equipment
- Air-fryer
- Pot for boiling
- Potato Masher or Fork
- Mixing bowls
- Baking Sheet (optional, for smashing)
- Pastry brush
- Measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds baby potatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- Fresh herbs parsley or chives for garnish
For the Sauce (optional):
- ½ cup Greek yogurt
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 clove garlic minced
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Boil the baby potatoes in a pot of salted water until fork-tender, about 15 minutes. Drain and let them cool slightly.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.
- Place the potatoes on a baking sheet or flat surface. Using a potato masher or fork, press down on each potato to flatten it.
- In a mixing bowl, combine olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
- Brush the smashed potatoes with the seasoned olive oil mixture on both sides.
- Arrange the potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 15-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the potatoes are crispy and golden brown.
- Garnish with fresh herbs and serve immediately.
- For the optional sauce, mix Greek yogurt, lemon juice, minced garlic, and salt in a bowl. Serve alongside the crispy potatoes for dipping.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, you can boil the potatoes a day in advance and let them chill in the refrigerator overnight before smashing and air frying.
- Store any leftover potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheat the smashed potatoes in the air fryer for 3-4 minutes to retain their crispiness before serving.
Nutrition
Serving: 1serving
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