Air-Fried Potato Chips Recipe
Introduction
Air-fried chips are a healthier, crispy alternative to traditional deep-fried fries. Using an air fryer, you can enjoy golden, tender chips with much less oil and mess. This recipe guides you to perfect, homemade chips that are both easy and delicious.
Ingredients
- 4-5 large potatoes, about 1kg
- 1 tbsp sunflower or olive oil
Instructions
- Step 1: Peel the potatoes and trim away all rounded edges to create rectangular blocks. Cut these blocks into batons roughly between the thickness of fries and thick chips. Alternatively, leave the potatoes unpeeled and cut into chips without trimming for a more rustic look. Rinse the chips and dry thoroughly with a clean tea towel.
- Step 2: Place the chips in the bottom section of the air fryer that contains the paddle. Pour over the oil and toss the chips to ensure even coating.
- Step 3: Set the air fryer to cook for 30 minutes using the paddle function. After cooking, check if the chips are tender and cooked through. If needed, continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
- Step 4: Remove the chips, season well with salt or your preferred seasoning, and serve hot.
Tips & Variations
- For extra crispiness, soak the cut chips in cold water for 30 minutes before drying and cooking to remove excess starch.
- Try seasoning with smoked paprika, garlic powder, or fresh herbs after cooking for added flavor.
- Use different types of potatoes like Maris Piper or Yukon Gold for variations in texture and taste.
- Save the potato offcuts to make mashed potatoes or add to soups to minimize waste.
Storage
Store any leftover chips in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat in the air fryer or oven at 180°C (350°F) for 5-7 minutes to restore crispiness. Avoid microwaving, as this can make them soggy.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I use other oils besides sunflower or olive oil?
Yes, you can use any light cooking oil with a high smoke point, such as vegetable oil or avocado oil, for air-frying chips.
Do I need to peel the potatoes?
Peeling is optional. Peeling and trimming creates neater, more uniform chips, but leaving the skin on adds texture and nutrients.
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Air-Fried Potato Chips Recipe
- Total Time: 45-50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
Crispy and golden air-fried chips made from fresh potatoes, lightly coated with sunflower or olive oil. This easy-to-make recipe yields perfectly cooked chips with a tender interior and crunchy exterior, ideal for a healthy alternative to traditional frying.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 4–5 large potatoes, about 1kg
- 1 tbsp sunflower or olive oil
Instructions
- Prepare the Potatoes: Peel the potatoes and trim away all the rounded edges to create rectangular blocks for straight, neat chips. Cut the blocks into batons that are thicker than fries but not too thick so they cook through evenly. Alternatively, cut unpeeled potatoes into chips without trimming if neatness is not required. Rinse the chips thoroughly and pat dry with a clean tea towel.
- Coat with Oil: Place the dried potato chips into the bottom compartment of the air fryer that contains the paddle. Add 1 tablespoon of sunflower or olive oil, then toss the chips in the oil to ensure an even coating.
- Air Fry the Chips: Set the air fryer to cook with the paddle function for 30 minutes. After the cooking cycle finishes, check the chips to ensure they are tender and cooked completely through. If necessary, continue cooking for an additional 5 minutes.
- Season and Serve: Once cooked, season the chips well to taste and serve immediately for optimal crispiness.
Notes
- Peeling and trimming the potatoes results in neat, rectangular chips, but leaving the skin on is a quicker, more rustic option.
- Use a clean tea towel to dry the rinsed chips well before air frying to achieve maximum crispiness.
- If the chips are not cooked through after 30 minutes, continue cooking in 5-minute increments as needed.
- Save potato offcuts from trimming for making mashed potatoes or adding to soups to avoid waste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30-35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: Western
Keywords: air fryer chips, homemade chips, crispy chips, healthy chips, air fried potatoes
