Air Fryer Chips

Ingredients

• 600 gpotatoes
• 1 tbspsunflower oil
• 1 tspsea salt

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the air fryer

   Preheat your air fryer if its instructions call for it.

2. 2

   Prepare the potatoes

   Peel the potatoes, or wash and dry them if you prefer to leave the skins on.

3. 3

   Cut into chips

   Cut the 600 g of potatoes into chips roughly 1 cm thick.

4. 4

   Season the chips

   Put the chips in a bowl, drizzle over 1 tbsp sunflower oil and add 1 tsp sea salt. Toss until coated.

5. 5

   Fill the basket

   Transfer the chips to the air fryer basket, spreading them in a single layer if possible.

6. 6

   Air fry until crisp

   Cook at 190°C for 20–25 minutes, gently turning the chips once or twice during cooking.

What are air fryer chips?

Chips are a familiar potato side, traditionally cut into batons and cooked until crisp outside and soft within. This air fryer version uses a small amount of oil and skips soaking and parboiling.

The method keeps the preparation simple: cut the potatoes evenly, coat them with oil and salt, then cook them in the basket.

Nutrition and macros by portion

The nutrition label shows one serving as written: 337 calories, 0g protein, 0g carbs, 7g fat.

The potatoes provide most of the carbohydrate, while the sunflower oil contributes most of the fat. Pair a serving with a protein-rich main and vegetables or salad to make a more complete plate.

Choosing and preparing potatoes

Potatoes: use 600 g and peel them, or wash and dry them thoroughly if you want to keep the skins on.

Cutting: aim for chips roughly 1 cm thick so the pieces cook at a similar pace. Try to keep their size consistent.

Coating with oil and salt

Oil: toss the cut potatoes with 1 tbsp sunflower oil so the surfaces are lightly coated. A bowl makes it easier to distribute the oil before the chips go into the basket.

Salt: add 1 tsp sea salt with the oil and toss everything together. This seasons the potatoes before cooking.

Giving the chips room

Basket: spread the chips in one layer if possible, rather than piling them up. If the basket is crowded, they may cook less evenly.

Turning: gently turn the chips once or twice during the 20–25 minutes of cooking to expose different sides to the hot air.

Timing and texture

Temperature: cook the chips at 190°C for 20–25 minutes. The time range allows for differences in chip thickness and air fryer models.

Doneness: look for browned, crisp edges and a fluffy centre. If they need more time, continue cooking and check them again.

Serving the chips

Serve the chips while hot, as a side with a main course or alongside a dip. Their plain seasoning also makes them easy to pair with a range of meals.

For a balanced plate, add a source of protein and vegetables or salad alongside the chips.

Recipe notes & tips

• Dry washed potatoes thoroughly before cutting them.
• Keep the chips close to 1 cm thick for more even cooking.
• Toss the chips well so the oil and salt coat them evenly.
• Arrange the chips in one layer if the basket allows.
• Turn the chips gently once or twice during cooking.
• Check the chips towards the end of the cooking time, as air fryers can vary.

Variations

• Keep the skins on: wash and dry the potatoes instead of peeling them.
• Change the seasoning: replace some of the sea salt with your preferred dried herbs.
• Add black pepper: toss it through with the oil and salt before cooking.
• Serve with a dip: offer a favourite sauce or dip alongside the hot chips.

Common mistakes to avoid

• Uneven cuts: chips of different thicknesses cook at different rates, so aim for pieces around 1 cm thick.
• Wet potatoes: water left on washed potatoes can affect their texture, so dry them before cutting.
• Crowded basket: piled-up chips may cook unevenly; keep them in one layer if possible.
• Skipping the turn: leaving the chips untouched can make browning less even, so turn them once or twice.
• Cooking by time alone: air fryers vary, so check for crisp edges and a fluffy centre within the stated time range.

How to store

Refrigerate leftover chips in a covered container and use within 2 days. Reheat them in the air fryer until hot and crisp; their texture is best freshly cooked.

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