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Air fryer roast potatoes on a white plate.
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Air Fryer Roast Potatoes

These crunchy, golden air fryer roast potatoes are an irresistible side dish, and are so simple, you can make them any night of the week.
Course Side Dish
Cuisine Global
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings 4 Servings
Calories 236.5kcal
Author Eliza

Ingredients

  • 2 lb potatoes [Note 1]
  • 2 tablespoons light olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt or kosher salt
US Customary - Metric

Instructions

  • Wash potaotes, peel (if desired), and cut into chunks about 1½-inches (3-4 cm) in size.
  • Optional step: Place cut potato pieces into a large bowl filled with cold water, and leave to soak for 10 minutes before draining.
  • Preheat air fryer to 360°F / 180°C.
  • Pat the potato chunks dry thoroughly. Toss in a large bowl, with the oil, and seasonings.
  • Place prepared potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
  • Roast potatoes in the air fryer for 20-25 minutes, shaking the basket once or twice during cooking, until crispy and golden.

Notes

  1. Choose a roasting variety like russet potatoes, Idaho, Maris Piper, King Edward, or all-purpose potatoes. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1 | Calories: 236.5kcal | Carbohydrates: 39.6g | Protein: 4.6g | Fat: 7.2g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.8g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5.1g | Sodium: 595.1mg | Potassium: 955mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 1.8g | Vitamin A: 4.5IU | Vitamin C: 44.7mg | Calcium: 27.6mg | Iron: 1.8mg