Description
These Crispy Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes are a delightful side dish featuring tender baby gold potatoes smashed and air fried to golden, crispy perfection. With a flavorful combination of garlic, butter, and fresh parsley, they offer a crunchy exterior and fluffy interior, making them an irresistible snack or accompaniment.
Ingredients
Scale
Potatoes
- 1 lb baby gold potatoes (about 8 – 10 small potatoes)
Seasonings and Oil
- 1 Tbsp butter (melted)
- 2 Tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- Salt (to taste)
Garnish
- 2 Tbsp fresh parsley (finely chopped)
Instructions
- Boil the Potatoes: Bring a pot of water to a boil over high heat and add 2 teaspoons of salt. Wash and dry the baby gold potatoes thoroughly. Add them to the boiling water and cook for 15 to 25 minutes, until they are fork-tender and fully cooked.
- Drain and Cool: Drain the potatoes using a colander and let them sit for 5 minutes until they are cool enough to handle safely.
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and lightly coat the basket with non-stick or olive oil spray to prevent sticking.
- Smash the Potatoes: Place the cooked potatoes on a large sheet pan. Using the bottom of a cup or a serving fork, gently press down each potato until it flattens to your desired thickness; thinner potatoes will become crispier. Season generously with salt and black pepper.
- Add Butter and Oil: Drizzle the melted butter evenly over the smashed potatoes, followed by the olive oil. Sprinkle with garlic powder, black pepper, and an additional 1/2 teaspoon of salt for enhanced flavor.
- Air Fry the Potatoes: Carefully transfer the seasoned smashed potatoes into the preheated air fryer basket in a single layer, ensuring they do not overlap to allow even crisping. Air fry for 15 to 20 minutes until the potatoes are golden brown and crispy on the outside. Avoid flipping during cooking to maintain crisp edges.
- Serve and Garnish: Remove the potatoes from the air fryer and serve them hot. Garnish with finely chopped fresh parsley and optionally flakey sea salt for an extra pop of flavor.
Notes
- These smashed potatoes are fluffy inside and crispy on the edges, making them a perfect side or snack.
- Only five main ingredients are needed to make these flavorful, garlicky potatoes.
- Do not overcrowd the air fryer basket to ensure maximum crispiness.
- You can adjust the seasoning amounts to taste, especially the salt and garlic powder.
- For alternative cooking, the potatoes can also be cooked by microwaving or air frying whole before smashing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 158 kcal
- Sugar: 1 g
- Sodium: 9 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 1 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 8 mg
