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Crispy Dill Pickle Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes

Crispy Dill Pickle Air Fryer Smashed Potatoes You’ll Crave

Discover the ultimate flavor explosion of crispy smashed potatoes enhanced with dill pickle juice, perfect for snacking.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: APPETIZERS
Cuisine: American
Calories: 210

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 lb baby potatoes Choose medium-sized for the perfect smash and crisp texture.
  • 1 cup pickle juice The key to adding that zesty flair.
  • 1 tbsp sea salt Essential for enhancing flavors.
  • Water Used for boiling the potatoes until fork tender.
For the Coating
  • 2 tbsp ghee A rich alternative to butter.
  • 1 tbsp fresh dill, minced Adds aromatic freshness.
  • Ground black pepper Adjust to taste.
For the Dill Pickle Aioli
  • 1/2 cup paleo mayonnaise Perfect for a dairy-free twist.
  • 2 tbsp fresh dill, minced Enhances the dill flavor in the aioli.
  • 2 tbsp chopped pickles For bursts of pickle goodness.
  • 1 tbsp pickle juice Ties the flavors together.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • medium saucepan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Potato Masher

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the baby potatoes, 1 cup of pickle juice, and sea salt. Add enough water to cover the potatoes completely.
  2. Heat the mixture over high heat until it boils. Then, reduce to a simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork tender.
  3. While the potatoes are simmering, mix together the paleo mayonnaise, minced dill, chopped pickles, and 1 tbsp pickle juice in a bowl. Chill this delightful aioli in the fridge until you're ready to serve.
  4. Once the potatoes are tender, remove them from heat and drain thoroughly. Spread them out on a baking sheet, and gently flatten each potato to about 1/2 inch thick.
  5. Drizzle ghee over the flattened potatoes, ensuring each one is coated on all sides. Sprinkle with sea salt according to your taste preference.
  6. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 5 minutes. Arrange the potatoes in a single layer and cook for 12-15 minutes, or until they are crispy and golden brown.
  7. Alternatively, preheat the oven to 450°F and bake the potatoes for 20-25 minutes until crispy. Finish with 2 tbsp of pickle juice, chopped dill, salt, and pepper before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 600mgPotassium: 500mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 1mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Serve topped with extra fresh dill for a burst of flavor.

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