Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes - These are the delicious potatoes that are partially sliced and baked in the air fryer. Hasselback potatoes are delicious and satisfying to the next level. These are easier to make too.
If you're looking for a new and innovative way to prepare potatoes, Hasselback potatoes are a great option. Crispy on the outside and tender soft inside are similar to the sliced potatoes but attached at the base. Try my similar air fryer baked potatoes and sliced potatoes here.
You may make them for the sides or as an appetizer. Kids will love it too.
Air fryers are all the rage these days and for good reason! They’re a quick and easy way to cook up your favorite foods with a minimum of fuss. And if you’re looking for a healthier way to enjoy potatoes, air fryer Hasselback potatoes are a great option I would say.
What Are Hasselback Potatoes?
Hasselback potatoes are a type of potato dish that originates from Sweden. They are named after the Hasselbacken Hotel in Stockholm, where they were first served.
The dish consists of thin slices of potato that are cut into slices until the halfway only leaving the base part intact. Fan out the slices if possible for even cooking.
How to cut the Hasselback potatoes?
Wash and clean the potatoes. Don't take out the peel since we need the skin on. The skin gives a nice crispy texture to the fluffy potato and also it helps in holding the shape of potatoes.
First, take out a small portion at the base giving it a flat base. Now Place the potato in between two chopsticks. Now hold the potato and cut them lengthwise into thin slices (of 1/2 inch thick) until the knife touches the chopsticks. Make sure you won't cut the base part. It may look complicated to cut them, but this is really easy to cut once you get the technique correct. Lastly, fan out the slices slightly making space for any stuffings or seasonings.
There are many slicers are available in the market and online on Amazon as well. You can also use them to cut your Hasselback potatoes.
It looks like this (below with link).
What all do I need?
Potatoes - Though Russet potatoes work the best, this recipe works for any potatoes. Timing may vary with the size and type of potatoes.
Fat - Olive oil/ canola oil/ avocado oil anything will do
Seasonings - Kosher salt, black pepper. For garlic flavor add garlic powder.
How to bake Hasselback Potatoes in the air fryer?
To start, simply wash and slice the potatoes thinly, being careful not to slice all the way through. Read the instructions above.
Next, season the potatoes in olive oil and your favorite seasonings. Use a brush to season the slices inside as well.
Preheat the air fryer at 360 F for 3 minutes. Place the seasoned potatoes in the air fryer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until they're crispy and golden brown.
(Note - To make it crispier, in the last 2 - 3 minutes increase the temperature to 400F. (Optional) )
Once done, remove from the air fryer carefully and add your favorite toppings. Serve immediately.
Extra Topping Idea
In a small pan heat some butter and add crushed garlic generously. Turn off the heat once the raw smell is gone and it starts to turn brown. Now add some chopped parsley or cilantro leaves or any herbs fresh or dried and mix. Now once the potatoes are done brush them with prepared butter and enjoy.
What to serve with air fryer Hasselback potatoes?
Air Fryer Hasselback Potatoes
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
- 1 Hasselback Slicer
- 1 Sharp Knife
Ingredients
- 2 - 4 medium potatoes
- 2 tsp olive oil
- salt & pepper to taste
Optional Toppings/ Garlic herb butter
- 2 tsp butter
- 1 tsp crushed parlic
- 1 tsp fresh herb finely chopped
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ¼ tsp chili flakes optional
Instructions
- To start, simply wash and slice the potatoes thinly, being careful not to slice all the way through. Read the instructions in notes below.
- Rub the potatoes with olive oil and other seasonings like salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Use a brush to season the slices inside as well for better flavor.
- Preheat the air fryer at 360 F for 3 minutes.
- Place the seasoned potatoes in the air fryer and cook for 15-20 minutes, or until they're crispy and golden brown.
- (Note - To make it crispier, in the last 2 - 3 minutes increase the temperature to 400F. (Optional) )
- Once done, remove from the air fryer carefully and add your favorite toppings. Serve immediately.
Garlic Herbed Butter
- In a small pan heat some butter and add crushed garlic generously.
- Turn off the heat once the raw smell is gone and it starts to turn brown.
- Now add some chopped parsley or cilantro leaves or any herbs fresh or dried and mix.
- Now once the potatoes are done brush them with prepared garlic butter and enjoy.
Notes
How to cut Hasselback Potatoes?
Wash and clean the potatoes. First, take out a small portion at the base giving it a flat base. Now Place the potato in between two chopsticks. Now hold the potato and cut them lengthwise into thin slices (of 1/2 inch thick) until the knife touches the chopsticks. Make sure you won't cut the base part. It may look complicated to cut them, but this is really easy to cut once you get the technique correct. Lastly, fan out the slices slightly making space for any stuffings or seasonings.
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