Description
Deliciously crispy smashed potatoes made effortlessly in an air fryer.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds baby potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Fresh herbs for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Boil the baby potatoes in salted water until fork-tender, about 15-20 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes and let them cool slightly.
- Place the potatoes on a cutting board and gently smash each one with a fork or the bottom of a glass.
- Drizzle olive oil over the smashed potatoes and sprinkle with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
- Carefully place the smashed potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Air fry for 12-15 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
- Garnish with fresh herbs if desired and serve hot.
Notes
- For extra flavor, add grated Parmesan cheese before air frying.
- Adjust cooking time based on the size of the potatoes.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 1g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Crispy, Air Fryer, Smashed Potatoes, Easy Recipe