Fiery, spicy, crispy, and flavorful, these potatoes are super delicious sides to have on a dinner table or as a fun snack. They are easy to make, super addictive, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. In addition, these vegan and kid-approved potatoes can be eaten with any creamy dip, sauce, or just like that. In total, this air-fried firecracker potato is a 20-minute recipe.
Are you a potato lover? Well, my family is here, so I don't miss a chance to make something out of potatoes. Today, I combined my love for the air fryer and potatoes in this recipe, and the result is super fun and delicious.
What Are Firecracker Potatoes?
Firecracker potatoes are a type of curried, spicy potato wedges. It is pretty different from the usual potato wedges. Indian spices and a few aromatics like ginger and garlic give an amazing authentic Indian flavor. It's spicy to taste and when served with creamy dip makes a great side dish.
Why Air Fried Potato?
An air fryer is one of the best appliances of all time. This recipe was natural since I am using an air fryer for quite a few of my meals. Almost everyone loves potatoes, but deep-fried potatoes are not always appreciated. Hence, air-fried potatoes are made to devour.
Oven-baked potatoes can be made in large quantities, but the process requires lots of time. Firecracker potatoes are perfect for an air fryer because they come out perfectly crispy and drool-worthy in less time and with almost no oil. It's a perfectly Indianised version of potato wedges and if you love flavours of curry then you will undoubtedly love this recipe.
Ingredients needed for Firecracker Potatoes,
Potatoes- I prefer Yukon gold potatoes because they hold their shape very well and taste nice. Here, we are using fork-tender boiled potatoes. Indian spices go deep within the cooked potatoes to give that spicy firecracker taste.
Red Chili Powder- I prefer using Kashmiri red chili powder for less spice and gorgeous color. However, you can use any chili powder, paprika, or cayenne if you don't have one.
Turmeric Powder- No Indian recipe is complete without it.
Ginger Garlic Paste- Grind an equal amount of ginger and garlic to make a fine paste. It can be stored in the fridge in an airtight container for 3-5 days.
Salt
Oil- A little bit of oil to help the spice stick to the potatoes.
Green Onion
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Air Fried Firecracker Potato
Ingredients
Method
- Slice par boiled/fork tender boiled potatoes into two parts and then in each part cut 3 slices. Slices should be thick wedges. Make slices according to your potatoes.
- Take a big bowl and add all the spices to potatoes. If using oil, use that to to mix nicely.
- Preheat air fryer at 380 f for 1-2 minutes.
- Arrange in air fryer on the top grill basket. Do not over-crowd them.
- Air fryer them at 380 f till they look crispy to your liking.
- It will take around 6-7 minutes. Depending on your potato size, your time can reduce or increase.
- Garnish them with green onions and sesame seeds and serve with a dip of your choice.
- Enjoy!!!
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