Air Fryer Baked Red Potatoes: The Ultimate Fluffy & Savory Treat!
Effortless Home Cooking: Crispy, Fluffy Baked Red Potatoes Made Easy with Your Air Fryer
Beat the heat with a simple, delicious snack! These baked red potatoes, made effortlessly in your air fryer, are wonderfully fluffy on the inside with a satisfyingly tender exterior. Enjoy the natural sweetness and savory flavor of the potatoes with minimal effort.
Ingredients- 8 Red Potatoes (choose similar sizes for even cooking)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, select fresh red potatoes. It’s best to choose potatoes that are similar in size to ensure they cook evenly. Different sizes might cook at different rates.
Step 2
Thoroughly wash the potatoes under running water to remove any dirt. If you plan to eat them with the skin on, be sure to scrub them extra well.
Step 3
Lightly pat the washed potatoes dry with a paper towel. Arrange the potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket, making sure they don’t overlap. This allows hot air to circulate evenly, resulting in perfectly baked potatoes.
Step 4
Set your air fryer to 190°C (375°F) and bake for 20 minutes. Preheating is key! This initial baking helps the skins set and begins the cooking process for the interior.
Step 5
After 20 minutes, carefully remove the air fryer basket and flip the potatoes over. Place them back in the air fryer and bake for another 20 minutes at 190°C (375°F). This step ensures both sides are beautifully browned and cooked through.
Step 6
To check for doneness, insert a fork or skewer into the center of a potato. If it slides in easily, the potatoes are ready. If they’re not quite tender enough, continue baking in 5-10 minute increments until perfectly cooked. Cooking time may vary slightly depending on potato size and your air fryer model.
Step 7
Perfectly baked potatoes will have a slightly wrinkled skin and a wonderfully inviting color. They are now ready to be enjoyed!
Step 8
We recommend enjoying these potatoes with their skins on after a thorough wash, as the skins are packed with valuable nutrients like fiber and vitamins. Of course, you can peel them if you prefer.
Step 9
These vibrant red potatoes are incredibly delicious when served warm! Blow on them gently before taking a bite. They’re wonderfully fluffy and savory, with a natural sweetness that’s truly delightful. They make a perfect simple snack or side dish!
