Roast Potatoes in the Air Fryer
Ready in about 40 minutes.
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Cook roast potatoes in an air fryer at 200°C / 400°F for 20-25 minutes after a short parboil, shaking every 8 minutes, until the edges are crisp.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Nutrition (approximate, per serving)
Estimates from typical USDA FoodData Central values for the main ingredients. They are a guide, not a lab analysis of this recipe.
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Protein: 5 g
- Fat: 8 g
- Carbohydrates: 46 g
Ingredients
- 800 g potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp rosemary
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
Method
- 1Parboil the potatoes in salted water for 8 minutes, then drain well.
- 2Shake them in the colander to roughen the edges - this makes them extra crispy.
- 3Toss with oil, salt, rosemary and garlic powder.
- 4Preheat the air fryer to 200°C / 400°F.
- 5Air fry for 20-25 minutes, shaking every 8 minutes, until deep golden.
- 6Season with a little more salt and serve hot.
Tips for the best results
- Golden, crunchy roast potatoes with fluffy middles - in a fraction of the time an oven takes. A quick parboil and a good shake are all it takes.
- Do not skip the parboil - it is what makes them fluffy inside.
- Cook in a single layer for maximum crunch.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer crispy roast potatoes steams instead of browning.
- Skipping the shake every 8 min, which leaves one side pale.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long to cook roast potatoes in an air fryer?
After an 8-minute parboil, roast potatoes take 20-25 minutes at 200°C / 400°F. Shake every 8 minutes. Skipping the parboil leaves the middle dense.
What temperature and time for air fryer crispy roast potatoes?
A typical starting point is 200°C / 400°F for 20-25 min, shake every 8 min. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer crispy roast potatoes ahead?
Cook it, cool it quickly, and refrigerate. Reheat in the air fryer at a slightly lower temperature so the outside does not dry before the middle is hot.
How many people does air fryer crispy roast potatoes serve?
This recipe is written for 4. For a fuller basket, cook in batches rather than stacking, or add a couple of minutes and shake more often.