Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes
Smashed potatoes are double cooked crispy savory potatoes made in air fryer or oven. They are perfect for appetizer, snack or side dish.
Servings: 8 cups
Calories: 130kcal
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb. small baby potatoes
- 2 Tablespoon butter or olive oil use plant butter if vegan
Spice Mix
- 1 Tablespoon garlic powder or freshly minced garlic
- ⅛ teaspoon smoked paprika
- ⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
- Salt to taste
Equipment and Kitchen items
Instructions
Prepare the Potatoes
- Boil potatoes in a pressure cooker/ Instant Pot or in microwave till fork tender.
- Use a potato masher or back of measuring cup or a thick glass to smash them lightly.
- Lay the smashed potatoes in a single layer and brush them with butter and seasoning mixture.
Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes
- Set the Air Fry 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 12 minutes. Put the air fryer basket in.
- After 8 minutes, open the air fryer basket, flip the potatoes and brush again with spice mix and air fry for a further 4 minutes till they are crispy and delicious.
- Take them out and brush once more with the butter / oil spice mix to enhance the flavor. Serve hot with a dip or enjoy them as is.
To Make Smashed Potatoes In Oven
- Preheat oven at 400 degree Fahrenheit. Arrange prepared potatoes in a single layer on baking sheet. Bake for 18-20 minutes on center rack. Check half way through to make sure that they are evenly baking.
Instant Pot Instructions to Boil Potatoes
- Add 1 cup water in the instant pot steel insert. Place trivet or steamer basket and place potatoes on top of it. Close lid with vent in sealing position.
- Pressure cook on Steam mode at high pressure for 6 mins.
- When the instant pot finishes cooking, let the pressure release naturally for 10 minutes, then remove leftover pressure by moving the valve to venting.
- Remove the potatoes from the instant pot and proceed to make the rest of the recipe.
Notes
- You can also microwave the potatoes for about 8-10 minutes till they seem fork tender. Or on the stove top boil them in large sauce pan for 10-15 minutes.
- Use small or medium or sized potatoes. They are easier to crisp and are best for bite size appetizers.
- Wash the potatoes thoroughly and ensure there is no dirt on the skin.
Nutrition
Serving: 2medium smashed potatoes | Calories: 130kcal | Carbohydrates: 17g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 3g | Cholesterol: 10mg | Sodium: 136mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g