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    Air fryer Christmas potatoes

    Nov 22, 2022 · 2 Comments

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    Christmas potatoes is a unique potato recipe which you can make anytime, not just for a fancy Xmas dinner. Be it any family dinner or a gathering. This potato side dish will never disappoint you.

    After all, everyone loves potatoes! Whether they are smashed potatoes or accordion potatoes. Hashbrowns or loaded potato skins. A potato dish is a must for any occasion.

    air fryer Christmas potatoes
    Xmas potatoes

    Christmas is a time for people to unwind and relax. 31st is round the corner. Most people meet and greet family they have not met in ages. Serve such fancy potatoes for Christmas Eve dinner and see them go wow! You need not cook fancy roast. A vegan dish can also serve as the talking point of evening, especially when it is a hot potato!

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    • Ingredients
    • Instructions
    • Substitutions
    • Variations
    • Equipment
    • Storage
    • Top tip
    • FAQ
    • Related links
    • Christmas potatoes
    • Food safety

    Ingredients

    • Potatoes
    • Oil

    Spices for roast potatoes:

    air fryer roast potato spices
    • oregano/any fried herb
    • salt
    • paprika
    • nutritional yeast/cheese (optional)

    See recipe card for quantities.

    Instructions

    Wash the potatoes for the Christmas potatoes

    christmas tree potatoes step 1

    Peel them ,cut them from each side,as shown below..

    christmas tree potatoes step 2

    Slice them thickly

    christmas tree potatoes step 3

    Load the potato slices onto skewers.

    christmas tree potatoes step 4

    Soak the skewers in cold water for 1-2 hours(optional)

    christmas tree potatoes step 5

    Remove the excess moisture by putting the skewers on tissue paper.

    christmas tree potatoes step 6

    Brush oil on potato skewers before lining them in the basket.

    christmas tree potatoes step 7

    Preheat the air fryer at 200C| 390F for 5 minutes.Place the skewers without overlap and air fry for 10 mins at 200C| 390F

    christmas tree potatoes step 8

    Again brush oil and Flip and air fry again for 12-14 minutes.

    christmas tree potatoes step 9

    Once they are cooked, take them out of the airfryer and season with salt and spices.

    christmas tree potatoes step 10

    Substitutions

    Vegetarian - You can also add shredded cheese instead of nutritional yeast.

    Variations

    You can use thyme or cumin in case you do not have oregano at home.

    Equipment

    • air fryer
    • skewers
    • oil spray / brush

    Storage

    Store them in a refrigerator for 3-4 days. Always preheat before you consume your left overs. Optionally add some spices for garnish while reheating. This will give it a fresh taste.

    Top tip

    Always preheat your air fryer for 5-10 minutes, like you do for an oven.

    Soak potatoes in water for best results.

    Clear the bits of food which remain from an earlier usage by washing it with water. This will allow food to be cooked evenly and you will avoid burnt smell coming from left over bits.Always preheat your air fryer, like you would for an oven.

    FAQ

    Can you prepare potatoes the day before Christmas?

    You can peel them and leave it in a pan of cold water to avoid the mess.

    What does soaking potatoes in salt water do?

    It reduces moisture and thereby results in crispy fries.

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    air fryer Christmas potatoes
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    5 from 3 votes

    Christmas potatoes

    How to make fancy Christmas potatoes in air fryer.
    Prep Time30 mins
    Cook Time25 mins
    Total Time55 mins
    Course: Appetizer
    Cuisine: American
    Keyword: air fried Christmas potatoes, air fryer Christmas potatoes, Christmas potatoes
    Servings: 3
    Author: bhavana bhatia

    Equipment

    • Air fryer
    • wooden skewers

    Ingredients

    • 3 potatoes
    • 2 tablespoon oil
    • 1 teaspoon oregano or any dried herb
    • teaspoon red paprika
    • 1 tablespoon nutritional yeast optional
    • salt as per taste

    Instructions

    • Wash the potatoes for the Christmas potatoes.Peel them ,cut them from each side,as shown below..
    • Slice them thickly,Load the potato slices onto skewers.
    • Soak the skewers in cold water for 1-2 hours.
    • Remove the excess moisture from skewers by placing them on a tissue paper.
    • Brush oil on potato skewers.
    • Preheat the air fryer at 200C| 390F for 5 minutes.Place the skewers without overlap and air fry for 10 mins at 200C| 390F
    • Again brush oil and Flip and air fry again for 12-14 minutes.
    • Once they are cooked, take them out of the airfryer and season with salt and spices.

    Food safety

    • Always keep the kitchen well ventilated or exhaust on while using your oven or air fryer.
    • Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
    • Never leave cooking food unattended

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    1. Smriti says

      November 24, 2022 at 3:16 am

      I dont have an airfryer. Can i make all these recipes in the oven?

      Reply
      • bhavana bhatia says

        November 26, 2022 at 6:39 am

        Yes, you can, however it will be helpful if you use a grill in the oven for better circulation of air.Also oven takes atleast 30% more time as compared to an airfryer.

        Reply

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