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Air Fryer Criss Cross Potatoes

Blog: www.nextinlime.com

Author: Nelo
Servings: 4

Ingredients

  • 1.5 pounds (680 g) potatoes - I prefer Yukon Gold (Note A)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt - adjust to taste
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • ½ teaspoon Italian seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon ground paprika
  • some chopped fresh parsley - optional, for garnishing

Instructions

  • In a small bowl combine olive oil, salt, ground black pepper, Italian seasoning and paprika. Mix and set aside.
  • Wash the potatoes, pat dry with kitchen paper towel and then cut each in half lengthwise.
  • On the cut side (not the skin side), make vertical slits about ½ inch deep and spaced about ¼ inch apart. You don't have to be precise but be careful not to cut all the way down. Turn the potato 90 degrees and repeat the slits to create a criss-cross grid pattern on the surface.
  • Then pour the seasoning mix over the potatoes and use hands to ensure they get evenly coated.
  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (205°C). If yours doesn't have a preheat setting, run it empty for 3 to 5 minutes at the same temperature (see Note B below if you want to use an oven instead).
  • Once preheated, place the potato halves in the air fryer basket in a single layer – cut side up. Don't crowd them and work in batches if you have to.
  • Air fry for 20 to 24 minutes. Flip the potatoes after the first 8 minutes, then again at 18 minute mark. Test for doneness with a fork. If it goes in easily, they're done. If not, cook a little more. The air frying time may vary depending on your appliance and the size of potatoes.
  • When done, transfer to a serving plate, top with some chopped parsley and serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce. I love these with my honey sriracha sauce.

Notes

Note A: Potatoes – Yukon Gold or yellow potatoes work best but feel free to use any variety you've got. Air frying times will vary with the potato sizes and kind. Maris Piper and King Edward potatoes are good options in UK and in Australia, Sebago is a good choice.
Note B: Oven method – you can also make these criss cross potatoes in the oven. Preheat the oven and bake at 425°F (220°C) for 40 to 50 minutes. Turn them after the first 15 minutes and then again at 30-minute mark. 
Note C: Helpful content – click on the links below for related useful content in the main body of the post.
Note D: Related – try these delicious lemon dill potatoes next.