Air Fryer Potato Pancakes
Ready in about 31 minutes.
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Crisp, savoury potato pancakes with golden edges and a tender middle, like latkes without the oily pan. The air fryer crisps them evenly using just a little oil.
Written for 4. Cook in batches rather than stacking if you scale up.
Ingredients
- 500 g potatoes, grated
- 1/2 onion, grated
- 1 egg
- 2 tbsp flour
- 1 tbsp oil
- Salt and pepper
- Soured cream to serve
Method
- 1Squeeze the grated potato and onion dry in a clean cloth.
- 2Mix with the egg, flour, salt and pepper.
- 3Preheat the air fryer to 200°C/400°F.
- 4Shape into patties and brush with oil, then place on parchment.
- 5Cook for 7 minutes, flip, then 7-11 minutes more until crisp and golden.
- 6Serve with soured cream or apple sauce.
Tips for the best results
- Getting the potato really dry is key to crispness.
- Keep the patties thin so they cook through.
Common mistakes to avoid
- Crowding the basket so air fryer potato pancakes steams instead of browning.
- Skipping the flip halfway, which leaves one side pale.
- Letting wet coating pieces touch, which peels the crust and keeps it soggy.
Frequently Asked Questions
What temperature and time for air fryer potato pancakes?
A typical starting point is 200°C / 400°F for 14-18 min, flip halfway. Thickness and wattage change the finish, so check early.
Can I make air fryer potato pancakes 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 potato pancakes 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.