Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes
Learn how to make Hasselback potatoes in air fryer or oven with this easy step-by-step recipe. Make the best side dish for your holiday meal or everyday dinner in just 30 minutes.
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 180kcal
Cost: $4
Ingredients
- 3- 4 medium potatoes russet or Idaho or yellow
- 2 Tablespoon oil or butter use plant based to make it vegan
- 3 Garlic Cloves minced
- 1 Teaspoon Seasoning Red pepper flakes, black pepper, onion and garlic powder
- Salt per taste
Optional Garnishes
- ¼ cup parmesan cheese or nutritional yeast
Instructions
Cut and Prepare the Potatoes
- Wash and scrub the potatoes. Pat them dry with a paper towel.
- Carefully slice each potato ⅛-inch or smaller slits (or slices) along the tops, stopping ½-inch from the bottom (1 centimeter). Be careful not to apply too much pressure or you may cut straight through.
- Prepare the basting oil mixture by whisking together oil or butter, minced garlic, salt, pepper and chili flakes.
- Brush with half of the mixture over the cut potatoes. Keep half of the mixture.
How to make Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes
- Place potatoes on an air fryer rack or basket in a single layer, making sure to leave some space between them and not stacking them.
- Cook at 375 degrees Fahrenheit for 18-20 minutes (depending on the size of your potatoes), brushing with oil + butter mixture halfway through the cooking time. Make sure to coat the inside of the potatoes as well, carefully.
- Once the potatoes are fork-tender, remove them from the air-fryer. Make sure to season it well after the taste test. Serve warm with desired garnishes. Enjoy.
How to bake Hasselback Potatoes in the oven?
- Place potatoes in a single layer, cut side up, onto the prepared baking sheet, and bake for 45-55 minutes at 375 degree Fahrenheit pre heated oven.
IF USING INSTANT POT AIR FRYER LID OR CRISP LID
- Arrange cut and prepared potatoes in a single layer on the basket. Place the basket on the trivet. Cover and secure the Instant Pot with an air fryer lid. ( or crisp lid)
- Air fry at 375 Fahrenheit ( 190 Celsius) for 18-20 minutes until the potatoes look wrinkled and start turning golden brown.
Notes
Your leftover Hasselback potatoes can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. Just cover them up with foil or store them in an airtight container. Then, when you want to have them, just reheat them in the oven for 5-7 minutes.
Nutrition
Serving: 1potato | Calories: 180kcal | Fat: 7g | Sodium: 19mg | Potassium: 1579mg | Fiber: 5g | Vitamin A: 25IU | Vitamin C: 22mg