Scalloped potatoes in the air fryer, a cooking method that gives classic dishes a modern twist. Creamy potatoes in the air fryer, a cozy and beloved dish, can now be prepared faster without compromising on flavor.
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Why make scalloped potatoes in the air fryer?
Using an air fryer significantly reduces the cooking time, and you get a lovely, crispy surface and juicy creamy potatoes in the air fryer. The potatoes bake in a small ovenproof dish that fits in the air fryer, so the cream stays in the dish and the potatoes get a delicious texture that is hard to achieve with traditional methods.
What gives the dish its flavor character?
Scalloped potatoes are the essence of comfort food. They are creamy, with a rich, deep flavor that comes from a good blend of cream and spices like garlic, thyme, and rosemary. When made in an air fryer, the lightly crispy surface adds a welcome textural contrast to the soft, creamy interior. This method also brings out a lightly roasted flavor note that enhances the dish’s overall flavor profile.
I recommend this elegant white wine for our creamy scalloped potatoes
When we make classic, flavorful scalloped potatoes in the air fryer, it’s always nice to have a balanced and crisp white wine to balance the richness of the dish. I can warmly recommend Montes Alpha Chardonnay 2022 – it rounds off the meal perfectly. Cheers!
Where do scalloped potatoes come from?
Scalloped potatoes, or gratin potatoes as they are also known, have their roots in French cuisine under the name “Gratin Dauphinois”. The dish was first mentioned in 1788, in connection with a dinner hosted by Charles-Henri, the Duke of Clermont-Tonnerre. The traditional recipe consists of slices of raw potatoes baked in a dish with cream or a blend of cream and milk, often with the addition of garlic and cheese. Over the years, the dish has spread globally and found local variations.
What do you serve with scalloped potatoes?
The dish is incredibly versatile and can be served with a variety of sides to create a complete meal. Traditionally, they are served with a piece of roasted or braised meat, such as a tender steak or slow-roasted lamb, where the creaminess of the dish complements the robust flavor of the meat. In Denmark, we often serve glazed ham with this dish.
Fry a few pieces of bacon in the air fryer before making the potatoes. Sprinkle the bacon on top before serving. It dresses up the dish and tastes perfect!
Tips and tricks from the author: Morten Jensen
Conclusion on scalloped potatoes in the air fryer
Scalloped potatoes cooked in an air fryer represent an exciting modernization of a classic dish. This method preserves the dish’s essential flavor and creaminess while adding a new dimension of texture.
FAQ
Use a greased ovenproof dish of about 18–20 cm that fits in your air fryer with a little room around it. That way the cream stays in the dish and the hot air can circulate freely. A small porcelain or glass dish works well.
Bake them at 180 °C for 35–40 minutes, and cover the dish with foil for the first 20 minutes so the potatoes become tender without getting too dark. Insert a knife in the center – if it slides through easily, they are done. Let them rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Floury (starchy) potatoes give the creamiest result, because they release starch into the cream. Waxy potatoes also work, but the sauce will be a little thinner. Whatever variety you choose, cut them into thin, even slices so they cook at the same time.
Recipe
Creamy Potatoes in the Air Fryer
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Ingredients
- 500 g potatoes (peeled and cut into thin slices)
- 200 ml cream
- 2 clove garlic (finely chopped)
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp thyme or rosemary (to taste)
- 100 g grated cheese (optional)
How to make it
- Layer the potato slices in a greased ovenproof dish (approx. 18–20 cm) that fits in your air fryer, and pour the rest of the cream mixture over them. If you like, sprinkle grated cheese between the layers and on top.
- Bake at 180 °C for 35–40 min. Cover the dish tightly with foil (fold it over the edge) for the first 20 min so the potatoes become tender without getting too dark. Then remove the foil and keep baking until a knife slides easily through the potatoes and the top is golden.Start the online kitchen timer here
- Let the creamy potatoes rest for 5 minutes before serving.
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