Hasselback Potatoes In Air Fryer

If you are looking for a side dish or something to make with potatoes, then these air fryer hasselback potatoes are a perfect choice. Hasselback potatoes are a type of baked potato that is cut about halfway through into thin, fan-like slices. They were created by a trainee chef in a restaurant named Hasselbacken in Stockholm in 1953. (reference wikipedia.org)

You can also make them for a party or potluck and this crowd pleaser dish will be gone in a matter of minutes! Hasselback potatoes can accompany any meal, and can be served as a side dish for pasta, soups, and sandwiches.

They are vegan, gluten-free, easy and quick to make and sure to please your family and friends!

Hasselback potatoes ingredients

The best part of making hasselback potatoes is that it needs only a few basic pantry ingredients. I have used large Russet potatoes but medium or small ones will work fine as well. Other varieties like red potatoes or yukon gold can be used if you don't have Russet potatoes at hand.

For the seasoning, some olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and Italian seasoning can be used. But don't limit yourself, you can adapt this to use fresh herbs like fresh parsley, rosemary, chives, or thyme. If you like it more buttery or cheesy, you can add some butter or cheese.

Do you peel hasselback potatoes?

Personally, I love the flavor and texture of the crispy skin on the outsides of the hasselback potatoes, just like air fryer potato skins, so I never peel them. However, if you don't like it, you can always peel it.

How to cut hasselback potatoes?

You might be wondering how to cut the potatoes to make these beautiful looking hasselback potato dish. Well, it is easy if you follow some tips and care while cutting them.

First rinse and pat dry the potatoes to get rid of any dirt or residue. Now place it in between two chopsticks, skewers, or wooden spoons and start slicing from one of the ends with a sharp knife.

While slicing, you need to ensure that you are not cutting it through and the chopsticks or skewers will help in avoiding that. Continue slicing the potatoes about 3-5 mm thick leaving ensuring there is some space at the bottom.

How to cook hasselback potatoes in air fryer?

Hasselback potatoes turn out perfect in the air fryer. They are crispy from the top and soft inside. Once you have cut the potatoes, place them in a 390 °F preheated air fryer for 5 minutes. This helps the potato slices to open up and it becomes easy to apply the seasoning mix.

While the potatoes are cooking, make a seasoning mixture by mixing oil, salt, garlic powder, Italian seasoning, and pepper in a small bowl. I have not used any butter, but if you like, you can use some, and to keep it vegan, use vegan butter.

Open the air fryer basket and apply the seasoning mixture with the help of a basting brush between the slices and on the top of the potatoes. Close the basket and air fry the hasselback potatoes for an additional 20 minutes.

How long to cook hasselback potatoes in air fryer?

The time it takes to cook the hasselback potatoes in an air fryer depends on how large the potatoes are. For large potatoes, it can take about 25-30 minutes. For small or medium size potatoes, it can take about 15-25 minutes.

The total time will also depend on how thick the slices are. For thin slices, it takes less time whereas thick slices can take a little longer. Also, the time may vary a little based on the air fryer brand.

Can you make hasselback potatoes in advance?

If you are meal planning or want to make these delicious hasselback potatoes ahead of time then you can make them in advance and refrigerate them. On the day you want to serve them, simply reheat them in the air fryer for a few minutes.

What to do with leftover hasselback potatoes?

Hasselback potatoes are absolutely delicious and irresistible. They will be gone even before you realize it! However, at times you may have some leftovers and they can be stored in the fridge for 2-3 days. When you are ready to eat, simply reheat them in the air fryer for 3-4 minutes.