For the crispiest smashed potatoes without having to boil potatoes first, look no further than my easy air fryer version. They're flavoured with garlic and herbs and cooked to golden-brown perfection! So good with my sour cream and chive dip!
In this air fryer version, the whole cooking process happens in the air fryer - from cooking the potato to making them crispy. No need to worry about extra washing up and the potato cooks to perfection! They're fantastically crispy on the outside and fluffy inside.
Ingredients
Full ingredients with measurements are available in the recipe card below at the end of this post
Potatoes - you need to use baby potatoes for this recipe, aka mini potatoes or new potatoes.
You would also be able to get away with small potatoes that you might find in an all-rounders bag as well.
Oil - you can use a cooking oil spray or use any flavourless oil and brush it on with a pastry brush. Avoid using extra virgin olive oil which cannot withstand high heat.
Flavourings:
Garlic powder - you can use garlic powder or garlic granules. If you are not a fan of garlic, you can leave it out
Herbs - you can use whichever dried herb you have to hand. Examples include dried thyme, rosemary, parsley, chives Use one or your favourite combination.
Salt and black pepper - to taste
Optional - add parmesan cheese to make garlic parmesan smashed potatoes
Alternative seasoning suggestions:
air fryer bombay/indian potatoes style with dry mango powder, red chilli flakes and black pepper
mexican cheesy potatoes in air fryer style with taco seasoning
italian seasoning
ranch seasoning
How to make smashed potatoes in air fryer
Wash and pat dry the potatoes. Do not peel the potatoes.
Preheat your air fryer to 200C or 400F.
Place potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Spray or brush on oil
Air fry the potatoes at 200C for 12 -15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender.
Using the back of a bowl or cup, smash the potatoes until they flatten. Do not press too hard or else the potato will fall apart.
In a small bowl, mix together oil with the garlic powder, herbs and seasoning.
Brush this onto the smashed potatoes. Note that I add this during the second air fry as the seasoning can burn if added too early.
Air fry at the same temperature for 5 minutes or until crispy and golden-brown all over.
Serve immediately.
Serving Suggestion
Potatoes will go with almost anything!
They work great as finger food with a dip like sour cream and chive dip, yogurt garlic sauce or Mango Chutney. Tamarind sauce is an interesting alternative to brown sauce.
This homemade Marinara sauce is one of my favourites.
You can also serve them as a side for many dishes such as Tawa Burger or Sundried Tomato Chickpea Cakes
Serve them at BBQs with grills, burgers and more!
I use smashed potatoes for my smashed potato chaat recipe.
Storage
Smashed potatoes are best eaten immediately after cooking to enjoy them whilst they are crispy.
You can store leftovers in the fridge in an airtight container for 2-3 days. Reheat again the air fryer for 2-3 minutes before consuming.
Do not leave potatoes out for long periods of time as they can spoil.
Freezing
Once smashed potatoes are totally cooled down, place them on the baking sheet in one layer. Pop the tray in the freezer. When they are frozen, remove them from the baking sheet and put it in freezer bags.
Keep in the freezer up to 6 weeks, and re heat from frozen in the air fryer until cooked through.
Other Air Fryer Recipes
Breaded mushrooms in air fryer
More Potato Recipes
Instant pot garlic baby potatoes
Saag aloo (spinach and potato)
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Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes
Equipment
- 1 Air fryer
- 1 glass or bowl
Ingredients
- 1 kilogram baby potatoes
- 3 tablespoon oil
- 1 tablespoon dried herbs
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
- First wash and pat dry the 1 kilogram baby potatoes. Do not peel the potatoes.
- Preheat your air fryer to 200C or 400F.
- Place potatoes in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Spray or brush on 3 tablespoon oil. (use 1 teaspoon)
- Air fry the potatoes at 200C for 12 -15 minutes or until the potatoes are fork tender.
- Using the back of a bowl or cup, smash the potatoes until they flatten. Do not press too hard or else the potato will fall apart.
- In a small bowl, mix together oil with the 1 tablespoon garlic powder, 1 tablespoon dried herbs 1 teaspoon salt and 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- Brush this onto the smashed potatoes. Note that I add this during the second air fry as the seasoning can burn if added too early.
- Air fry at the same temperature for 5 minutes or until crispy and golden-brown all over.
- Serve immediately.
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Notes
Nutrition
PLEASE NOTE: Nutritional values are estimated by a computer and may vary based on ingredients and portion sizes. For personalised dietary advice, please consult a qualified healthcare professional.
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Elisa says
Love this Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes (easy, super crispy), we love potatoes and will make them for my family. Thanks for sharing 🙂 looks delicious!!!
Erik says
Potatoes in my air fryer is pretty much the best, and this really hit the spot! Such a great tasty flavor.
Sara Welch says
Enjoyed these with dinner last night and they were a savory success! Easily, a new favorite way to enjoy potatoes; my whole family loved them!
Liza says
My whole family LOVES these crispy-tender potatoes! I love how easy they are to cook in the air fryer. Brilliant recipe!
Kristen says
These potatoes turned out so crispy! Thank you for the recipe!
Jessie says
Alright, I'm never making smashed potatoes another way ever again. This is SO much easier than boiling them and then using a sheet pan and roasting them and having like 80000 dishes to do after. And I can't believe how crispy they get! So, so good.
suja md says
Delicious yet simple recipe that the whole family loved. Can’t wait to make it again!
Tayler Ross says
I love that these are made in the air fryer! I can't wait to make them with dinner tonight!
veenaazmanov says
Potatoes are my family favorite. These Air Fryer Smashed potatoes are definitely a healthier and the best cooking option too. Simple yet flavorful and delicious.
Cynthia | What A Girl Eats says
We are huge potato eaters around here. This is a great way to change up your potato game!