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Jacket Potato in the Air Fryer

Crispy Jacket Potato in the Air Fryer: Quick and Easy Delight

Enjoy a quick and easy Jacket Potato in the Air Fryer that's crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Microwave Time 8 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 2 potatoes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 160
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Potatoes
  • 2 large Jacket Potatoes (King Edwards or Russets) Choose large baking potatoes for fluffiness.
For the Coating
  • 2 teaspoons Oil Use high smoke point oils like avocado or olive oil.
  • Salt Use sea salt for better flavor and crispy skin.

Equipment

  • Air Fryer
  • Microwave

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Start by selecting your large baking potatoes. Prick each potato multiple times with a fork.
  2. Microwave on high for about 8 minutes for one potato, or up to 10 minutes for two, flipping halfway through.
  3. Once microwaved, coat your potatoes with about 2 teaspoons of oil and sprinkle sea salt evenly.
  4. Transfer the oiled and salted potatoes to your air fryer set to 200°C/400°F and cook for 8-10 minutes.
  5. For those who prefer it all in the air fryer, cook the pricked potatoes at the same temperature for 40-50 minutes.
  6. Once cooked, remove the potatoes and let them cool slightly before serving with your favorite toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1potatoCalories: 160kcalCarbohydrates: 37gProtein: 4gFat: 0.5gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 925mgFiber: 4gSugar: 1gVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store cooked potatoes in an airtight container for up to 4 days. Reheat in the air fryer to restore crispiness.

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