Description

Indulge in the irresistible delight of Air Fryer Butter-Poached Potatoes. These perfect potatoes boast a golden, crispy exterior while offering a decadently creamy center. Whether you’re serving them alongside a savory roast or as a star side dish, they’re sure to impress every guest at your table. With a unique two-step cooking process that combines parboiling and air frying, you can achieve a flawlessly tender interior and a beautifully browned crust in a fraction of the time of traditional methods. This recipe also highlights healthier cooking by reducing the amount of oil used. Quick, easy, and delicious, these butter-poached beauties are the perfect accompaniment to any meal.

Ingredients

Scale

800 g pommes de terre
50 g beurre
3 g sel
2 g poivre noir
2 g ail en poudre
2 brins thym frais

Instructions

Start by peeling the potatoes and cutting them into equal-sized chunks, approximately 4 to 5 cm. Place them in a large pot of salted water and bring to a boil for about 10 minutes, until they are tender but not fully cooked.
Drain the parboiled potatoes and let them dry for a few minutes. Transfer them to a large bowl and toss with melted butter, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and thyme until fully coated.
Preheat your Air Fryer to 190°C (375°F). Once heated, place the seasoned potatoes in the fryer basket in a single layer and cook for 25 to 30 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even cooking. They should be golden and crispy on the edges when done.
Once cooked, let the potatoes rest in the Air Fryer for 5 minutes to maintain their crispiness.
Serve hot, garnished with additional fresh thyme if desired.

Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Side Dish
Method: Frying
Cuisine: French

Nutrition

Serving Size: 200 g
Calories: 208
Sugar: 1 g
Sodium: 482 mg
Fat: 9.1 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Unsaturated Fat: 3.6 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 30 g
Fiber: 3 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 20 mg

Keywords: Ensure uniform potato size for even cooking. If you prefer a lighter option, swap butter for olive oil, but adjust flavor expectations accordingly. If thyme isn’t available, try rosemary or parsley for a different flavor profile.