These Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes are an elevated version of thick cut fries! They're tossed in a few simple spices, a light coating of oil, and the result is a crispy yet tender potato.
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🍴Ingredient Notes
- Fingerling Potatoes - Make sure you cut them around the same size so they cook evenly. Smaller potatoes are cut in halves and larger potatoes are cut in thirds. The size and shape will vary!
- Avocado Oil - You can also use extra virgin olive oil!
- Salt - I salt the potatoes before they go in the air fryer, and I like to sprinkle on flaky sea salt before serving.
- Spices - You'll need dried thyme, garlic powder, and paprika. Feel free to switch out the spices for whatever you have on hand! Rosemary would also be delicious!
🍴Step by Step Instructions
Step 1: Preparing Potatoes
Slice the potatoes lengthwise and add to a mixing bowl with avocado oil and spices. Stir until they are evenly coated.
Step 2: Preparing to Air Fry
Next, add the potatoes into your air fryer basket or a parchment paper lined baking sheet. (Depending on what style air fryer you have!)
Step 3: Air Frying
Air fry at 400° for about 20-25 minutes. Flip them after 15 minutes to make sure they cook evenly. Serve hot!
Expert Tips
- Make sure the potatoes are all cut around the same size so they cook evenly.
- Pat dry the potatoes after rinsing! If they're wet you'll have a hard time getting them super crispy in the air fryer. (And the oil won't stick.)
- Do not overlap the potatoes in the air fryer or they will not get crispy.
- If you're using a tray, make sure you flip the potatoes after about 15 minutes.
- If you're using a basket, toss the potatoes 2-3 times to ensure even cooking.
- Top potatoes with flaky sea salt for added flavor and texture.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, before cutting the potatoes I recommend giving them a good rinse and pat dry with a towel.
Yes! Do not peel the potatoes. Not only does it save you time, it's also delicious! Fingerling potatoes have a thin skin that gets super crispy in the air fryer.
What to serve with Fingerling Potatoes
- Gluten-Free Chicken Cutlets
- Healthy Lemon Roasted Chicken with Vegetables
- BBQ Chicken Tenders
- Spicy Burgers
- Paleo Chicken Nuggets
How to store leftovers
Potatoes are best served fresh, but they will store well in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. (In an airtight container.)
To reheat, add the potatoes back your air fryer and cook at 375 degrees until hot.
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Recipe
Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes
Equipment
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 1 Pound Fingerling Potatoes
- 1 Tablespoon Avocado Oil Sub with olive oil.
- 1 Teaspoon Salt
- ½ Teaspoon Dried Thyme
- ½ Teaspoon Garlic Powder
- ¼ Teaspoon Paprika Feel free to add more if you like spice!
Instructions
- Slice the potatoes lengthwise and add to a mixing bowl with avocado oil and spices. Stir until they are evenly coated.
- Next, add the potatoes into your air fryer basket or a parchment paper lined baking sheet. (Depending on what style air fryer you have!)
- Air fry at 400° for about 20-25 minutes. Flip them after 15 minutes to make sure they cook evenly. Serve hot!
Notes
Expert Tips
- Make sure the potatoes are all cut around the same size so they cook evenly.
- Pat dry the potatoes after rinsing! If they're wet you'll have a hard time getting them super crispy in the air fryer. (And the oil won't stick.)
- Do not overlap the potatoes in the air fryer or they will not get crispy.
- If you're using a tray, make sure you flip the potatoes after about 15 minutes.
- If you're using a basket, toss the potatoes 2-3 times to ensure even cooking.
- Top potatoes with flaky sea salt for added flavor and texture.
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