Air-fry potatoes in two stages (lower temp then higher) for crispier results
Cook potato cubes at 180°C first, then finish at 200°C to boost crispness at the end.
Air fry at 180°C for 17 minutes, then increase to 200°C for 5 minutes to finish. The initial stage cooks the potatoes through; the hotter finish helps crisp the exterior.
The short version
- Lower-temp cook first, then high-temp finish for extra crispness.
What you need
- air fryer
How to do it
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Increase temperature to 200°C and cook for 5 more minutes to finish crisping.
Use the final stage to dial in crispness.
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Why it works
A gentler first stage helps cook the interior without over-browning, while the final high-heat stage drives surface browning and crisping.
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