Mashed potatoes in air fryer

Aside from cooking times, preparing mashed potatoes in an air fryer is really quick and the result is something truly delicious.

Halfway between boiled potatoes and baked potatoes, air fryer mashed potatoes are a versatile side dish usually appreciated by everyone. In fact, it is truly impossible to resist the combination of crunchy exterior and soft heart of this tasty recipe.

Not to mention the aromas that allow each of us to give free rein to our tastes. Yes, because in addition to the more traditional versions, with oil and aromatic herbs , there are many others that are more or less spicy . The important thing in all cases is to choose potatoes that are not too large, preferably organic since we will keep the skin, and boil them to perfection. Here are all the steps.

How to make air fryer mashed potatoes recipe

1. First, wash the potatoes well under running water and then place them in a sufficiently large pot. Cover them with water, add salt and cook until they are tender . To check for doneness, simply pierce them with a fork: they should be soft.
2. In the meantime, lightly oil the air fryer basket and place the potatoes in it. Oil the bottom of a glass (or a meat mallet) and mash the potatoes one by one, keeping a little distance between each one.
3. In a bowl, mix the oil, salt, dried aromatic herbs and chosen spices and, using a brush , distribute it over the potatoes.
4. Cook them at 200°C for 20 minutes , turning them only for the last 5 minutes. Serve hot or at room temperature, accompanying them with some sauce if desired.

You can also prepare mashed potatoes in the oven . Simply increase the cooking times until they are golden and crispy.

Conservation

The mashed potatoes will keep for 2-3 days in the refrigerator , covered in cling film. We recommend reheating them in the air fryer before enjoying them.