Crispy Air Fryer Roast Potatoes

Name: Crispy Air Fryer Roast Potatoes
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: English
Ingredients: 800g floury potatoes (Maris Piper or Russet); 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or goose fat; 1 teaspoon coarse salt; 1/2 teaspoon black pepper; 1 teaspoon dried rosemary; 2 cloves garlic, smashed (optional)

Published: June 24, 2026 | English Cuisine | ⏱ 35 min

Golden crispy air fryer roast potatoes with herbs

Air fryer roast potatoes are a revelation for Sunday lunch. They achieve the perfect balance of a brittle, golden crust and a soft, fluffy centre without needing to roast in a tray of hot oil. The circulating air crisps every surface evenly, making them the ideal companion to a Sunday roast.

Recipe Info

Prep Time10 min

Cook Time25 min

Total Time35 min

Servings4

DifficultyEasy

CuisineEnglish

800g floury potatoes (Maris Piper or Russet)
2 tablespoons vegetable oil or goose fat
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
2 cloves garlic, smashed (optional)

2 Instructions

Parboil the potatoes

Peel and cut potatoes into even chunks. Boil in salted water for 8-10 minutes until the edges are slightly soft. Drain and shake the colander to rough up the surfaces.

Season

Toss parboiled potatoes with oil, salt, pepper, rosemary, and smashed garlic until well coated.

Air fry

Preheat air fryer to 190°C (375°F). Place potatoes in the basket in a single layer. Cook for 20-25 minutes, shaking every 7 minutes, until deep golden and crispy.

Pro Tips

Roughing up the edges of the parboiled potatoes creates more surface area for maximum crunch.
Do not skip parboiling. It ensures the inside is fluffy while the outside crisps up.

Nutrition Information

Calories	270 kcal
Protein	5g
Fat	10g
Saturated Fat	2g
Carbohydrates	42g
Fiber	4g
Sugar	2g
Sodium	350mg

* Nutritional values are approximate and based on per-serving calculations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Cut sweet potatoes into similar-sized chunks and follow the same method. Reduce cook time by 3-5 minutes.

Rating

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 4.6 (167 votes)

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