Do I have to peel fingerling potatoes? (Can I eat the skin?)

No, you don't have to peel fingerling potatoes. First of all, fingerling potatoes are small, so peeling them would be very fiddly. And, in fact, the skin is one of the best parts! It's really thin so it is easy to eat, yet provides nice texture to the potatoes when they are cooked crispy and brown in the air fryer. Although you don't need to peel the fingerling potatoes, you do need to scrub off any dirt from the skins and remove any soft or brown spots.

Can I double the recipe?

Yes, it's easy to double the recipe since the techniques and ingredients are so simple. However, while you can mix the double batch with the oil and seasonings all in one bowl, you will definitely need to air fry them in batches so they cook evenly.

Do I need to preheat the air fryer?

Yes, I recommend preheating the air fryer. You can do this right at the beginning, since prep time should only take about 5 minutes. (If you need to scrub the potatoes, you can do this first and then preheat the air fryer.) You can also consult the manual that came with your air fryer to see if it gives specific instructions on preheating.

How do I make air fryer potatoes crispy?

The air fryer itself already does a lot of the heavy lifting in crisping foods, due to the hot circulating air. In addition, you can also use these techniques to boost up the crispiness factor of your air fried fingerling potatoes: -make sure the potatoes are dry (this is why I recommend blotting the cut sides of the potatoes); -use a generous coating of oil; -spread the potatoes out evenly (don't pile them on top of each other); and -enjoy the potatoes right away! They will get softer the longer they sit out.

Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes

Name: Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 22 min
Total time: 27 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds (680 g) fingerling potatoes; 2 tablespoons oil (see note 1); 1 teaspoon kosher salt (Diamond Crystal; for table salt or Morton kosher use 1/2 teaspoon), or, salt to taste; 1 teaspoon dried rosemary; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Air Fryer Fingerling Potatoes

halved fingerling potatoes on plate with fork on the side

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These deliciously browned air fryer fingerling potatoes are super easy to make, with only 6 ingredients. With a simple seasoning, these fingerling potatoes go well with any main course.

Author: Kate
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 22 minutes
Total Time: 27 minutes
Yield: 4 servings 1x
Category: side dish
Method: air fry
Cuisine: American
Diet: Vegan

Ingredients

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1 1/2 pounds (680 g) fingerling potatoes
2 tablespoons oil (see note 1)
1 teaspoon kosher salt (Diamond Crystal; for table salt or Morton kosher use 1/2 teaspoon), or, salt to taste
1 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

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Instructions

If your fingerling potatoes were not purchased pre-washed, scrub them with water to remove any dirt and debris from the outside, then pat them dry with paper towels or a clean lint-free kitchen towel.
Preheat the air fryer to 375 degrees F.
Examine the potatoes and cut off any bruises or soft spots. Then, cut the potatoes in half lengthwise. Using a paper towel or clean, lint-free kitchen towel, blot the moisture off the cut sides of the potatoes. (Drying the potatoes is optional but recommended - it will help them get a little more crispy in the air fryer!)
Place the potatoes in a large bowl. Drizzle the oil overtop and toss to coat each potato half in the oil.
Add the kosher salt, dried rosemary, paprika, and black pepper to the bowl. Toss the potatoes again to evenly coat each piece with the seasoning.
Place the potatoes into the basket of the preheated air fryer. Spread the potatoes out in one even layer.
Air fry the potatoes for 20 - 22 minutes, or until the potatoes are cooked through and browned to your liking. Shake the air fryer basket halfway through the cook time to ensure the potatoes cook evenly.
Sprinkle the potatoes with a little more kosher salt, or flaky sea salt if you have it (optional). Serve immediately.

Notes

I used olive oil, but you can use any type of cooking oil you prefer, such as avocado or canola oil.

The salt amount listed here is for Diamond Crystal Kosher salt, which is lighter and flakier than Morton Kosher salt. To substitute Morton Kosher salt or regular table salt, use only 1/2 teaspoon, rather than the 1 teaspoon called for in the recipe (or, salt to taste). If needed, additional salt can be sprinkled on at the end.

This recipe was developed using the Instant Vortex Plus 6-in-1 6 Quart Air Fryer. Depending on your air fryer, cook times may vary.

If your air fryer is small, you may want to halve the recipe to make sure the potatoes are not too crowded. Or, you can cook them in two batches.

The nutrition information below is an estimate provided by an online nutrition calculator; the nutrition counts of your dish will vary based on the brand and exact amounts of ingredients used. This nutrition estimate should not be considered a substitute for professional medical, health, or nutritional advice. See our full disclosure policy.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
Calories: 196
Sugar: 1.4 g
Sodium: 86 mg
Fat: 6.9 g
Saturated Fat: 0.9 g
Carbohydrates: 29.9 g
Fiber: 2.9 g
Protein: 2.7 g
Cholesterol: 0 mg

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