Air fryer spiral potatoes are crispy, fun potato twisters made with fresh potatoes, a little oil, and your favorite seasoning. They are a great way to enjoy potatoes in a unique presentation, somewhere between curly fries, French fries, and accordion potatoes. If you enjoy crispy potato snacks, you may also like air fryer potato wedges, air fryer smashed potatoes, and air fryer shoestring fries.
These spiralized potatoes are cooked in the air fryer basket until golden brown and crisp on the edges. The hot air gives them a lovely texture without deep frying. Serve them as a perfect side dish, party snack, or tasty treat with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Air fryer spiral potatoes - Video recipe
Equipment
- Air fryer
- Mixing bowl
- Sharp knife
- Wooden skewers or metal skewers
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
- Potatoes - russet potatoes, white potatoes, or roasting potatoes work best
- Oil - olive oil or avocado oil
- Salt or coarse sea salt
- Seasoning of your choice
- Optional - garlic powder, black pepper, parmesan cheese, melted butter
Refer to the recipe card for exact quantities and full recipe details.
How to make spiral potatoes in air fryer?
The main difference between spiral potatoes and regular fries is the shape and presentation. A whole potato is placed on a skewer, cut in a spiral shape, stretched gently, brushed with oil, and then cooked in the air fryer. Keep the slices even so they cook properly in a single layer without sticking together.
- Wash the potatoes well and remove any dirt. Keep them in cold water while you prepare the remaining potatoes.
- Insert a wooden skewer through the centre of each potato from one end of the potato to the other. Use a sharp knife/spiral cutter and cut carefully in a spiral shape along the length of the skewer.
- Gently pull the potato slices apart along the skewer to form potato spirals.
- Soak the potato spirals again in a large bowl of cold water to remove extra starch. Pat dry with paper towels before air frying.
- Preheat the air fryer at 185°C / 365°F for 5 minutes. Brush the potato spirals with oil and place them in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 185°C / 365°F for 18-20 minutes, brushing once more with oil and seasoning halfway through. Thicker slices or larger potatoes may need 5-7 minutes more.
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Equipment
- Air fryer
- pastry brush
Ingredients
- 3 medium potatoes preferably Russet
- 3 tbsp. oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- seasoning mix of any choice
Instructions
- Wash the potatoes well and remove any dirt.
- Insert a wooden skewer through the centre of each potato, from one end to the other.
- Using a sharp knife/spiral cutter, cut the potato in a spiral shape around the skewer. Keep the slices as even as possible.
- Gently stretch the potato slices along the skewer to form a spiral.
- Soak the potato spirals in cold water for 10-15 minutes to remove extra starch.
- Pat the potatoes dry with paper towels.
- Preheat the air fryer at 185°C / 365°F for 5 minutes.
- Brush the potato spirals with oil and place them in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 185°C / 365°F for 18-20 minutes. Brush with oil and seasoning halfway through cooking.
- If the slices are thicker or the potatoes are large, cook for 5-7 minutes more until crisp and golden brown.
- Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.
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Notes
Variations
You can make these air fryer tornado potatoes in different ways by changing the seasoning. Try garlic powder, black pepper, paprika, mixed herbs, chilli flakes, or parmesan cheese. For a richer taste, brush the cooked potato spirals with a little melted butter before serving.
You can also try sweet potatoes for a version inspired by sweet potato fries. The cooking time may vary slightly depending on the thickness and the kind of potatoes used.
Substitutions
Use cooking spray instead of olive oil if you want a lighter coating. You may use metal skewers instead of wooden skewers. If using wooden skewers, soak them in water before cooking, especially when cooking at high heat.
Russet potatoes give the best crisp texture, but waxy potatoes, white potatoes, or other fresh potatoes can also be used. Avoid very small or round potatoes, as long potatoes are easier to spiral cut.
Top tips
- Preheat the air fryer before adding the potatoes.
- Cut the slices evenly so the potato spirals cook at the same time.
- Pat the potatoes dry after soaking so they crisp better.
- Use a spatula to lift cooked potatoes carefully, as they can break.
Storage
Store leftover spiral potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat them in a preheated air fryer at 185°C / 365°F for 4-5 minutes or until warm and crisp again.
FAQs
Air fryer spiral potatoes usually take 18-20 minutes at 185°C / 365°F. If the slices are thicker or the potatoes are larger, cook them for 5-7 minutes more until golden brown and crisp.
Russet potatoes work best because they become crisp in the air fryer. Long roasting potatoes are also a good option. In Australia, Royal Dutch cream, red royal, purple, or kestrel potatoes may also be used.
Yes, wooden skewers can be used. Soak them in water before cooking so they do not dry out too much in the air fryer. Metal skewers can also be used.
Conclusion
Air fryer spiral potatoes are a fun way to turn simple potatoes into crispy, golden potato twisters. They make a perfect side dish, party snack, or weekend treat. Serve them hot with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy them straight from the air fryer.
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