Description
Crispy and flavorful air fryer sliced potatoes seasoned with garlic, paprika, and herbs, perfect as a quick snack or side dish. These golden slices are easy to prepare, using simple ingredients and the air frying method to achieve a delicious texture without excess oil.
Ingredients
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Potatoes and Seasonings
- 3 medium Yukon Gold or Russet potatoes (about 1.3 lbs), thinly sliced, skin-on or peeled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika (smoked or sweet)
- 1 teaspoon dried herbs (such as thyme, rosemary, or Italian seasoning, optional)
Optional Toppings
- 2 tablespoons freshly grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or chives
- Sour cream or Greek yogurt, for serving
Instructions
- Prepare Potatoes: Wash and dry the potatoes thoroughly. You can leave the skins on for extra texture and fiber or peel them if you prefer. Using a mandoline or sharp knife, slice the potatoes into thin 1/8-inch rounds.
- Optional Soak: Soak the sliced potatoes in a bowl of cold water for 5-10 minutes to remove excess starch, which helps them crisp better. Drain and pat them dry completely with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels.
- Season the Slices: In a large mixing bowl, toss the potato slices with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, paprika, and dried herbs until the slices are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (204°C) for 2 minutes to ensure even cooking and crispness.
- Arrange in Basket: Place the seasoned potato slices in a single layer inside the air fryer basket. You can slightly overlap the slices if needed, but avoid overcrowding to allow hot air circulation.
- Air Fry First Cycle: Cook the potatoes for 10 minutes at 400°F. This will start the cooking and crisping process.
- Flip or Shake: After 10 minutes, either flip the potato slices or shake the air fryer basket to promote even browning and cooking. Then continue to air fry for an additional 2-4 minutes until the potatoes are golden and crisp around the edges.
- Manage Remaining Slices: As some slices finish cooking and become crispy, remove them to a plate while allowing the remaining slices to continue cooking. If slices stick together, give the basket a shake midway to separate them.
- Serve with Toppings: Transfer the crispy potatoes to a serving plate. Sprinkle with freshly grated Parmesan cheese and chopped fresh parsley or chives if desired. Serve hot, accompanied by sour cream or Greek yogurt for dipping.
Notes
- Soaking the potatoes is optional but recommended for extra crispiness by removing excess starch.
- Using a mandoline ensures uniform thin slices for even cooking.
- You can customize the seasoning with your favorite dried herbs or spices.
- Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to ensure proper air circulation and crisping.
- If you don’t have an air fryer, thinly sliced potatoes can also be baked in an oven at 425°F (220°C) for about 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 14 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: Air Fryer Potatoes, Crispy Potato Slices, Air Fryer Side Dish, Healthy Potato Recipe, Easy Potato Snack
