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Golden crispy duck fat potatoes served in a bowl with rosemary and sea salt – made in air fryer

Easy Duck Fat Potatoes Air Fryer Recipe – Ready in 20 Min

Ifra Shahnawaz
Make restaurant-style crispy duck fat potatoes in your air fryer — golden, crunchy on the outside and fluffy inside. Ready in just 20 minutes with simple ingredients. Perfect for holidays or a quick weeknight treat!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine American, French
Servings 4 people
Calories 1090 kcal

Equipment

  • air fryer
  • Peeler
  • Saucepan with lid
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Tongs or spatula
  • Chopping board + knife

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs 900g floury potatoes (e.g., Maris Piper, King Edward)
  • 3 tablespoons of duck fat divided (2 tablespoons for tossing, 1 tablespoon for air frying)
  • 1 tsp coarse salt for boiling
  • 1 tsp flaky sea salt for seasoning
  • Optional: fresh rosemary, garlic, or Parmesan for flavor boost

Instructions
 

  • Peel & Chop Potatoes: Peel the potatoes and cut them into chunks roughly the size of a golf ball. Soak in cold water to remove starch.
    Peeled potatoes cut into chunks and soaked in ice water for fluffier texture before cooking
  • Parboil: In a saucepan, add potatoes, cover with salted water, and boil for 10–12 minutes until just fork-tender. Drain and let them steam dry.
    Parboiled potatoes steaming in a pot after draining, ready for air frying
  • Toss in Duck Fat: Add 2 tbsp melted duck fat and sea salt. Shake gently to roughen edges — this creates extra crispiness!
    Potatoes coated in melted duck fat and sea salt, edges roughened for extra crispiness
  • First Air Frying Stage: Preheat air fryer to 390°F (200°C). Place potatoes in a single layer and cook for 15 minutes.
    Duck fat-coated potatoes arranged in air fryer basket for initial 15-minute crisping
  • Toss Again Midway: Take out the basket, toss the potatoes with the remaining 1 tablespoon of duck fat, then place them back into the air fryer.
    Midway air frying – potatoes being tossed in duck fat for even crisp texture
  • Final Air Frying: Air fry for an additional 10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve: Garnish with herbs or Parmesan. Serve immediately while hot and crispy!
    Crispy golden brown potatoes just finished air frying in basket – crunchy and ready to serve

Notes

💡 Notes & Tips

  • ✔️ Use floury potatoes for the crispiest results.
  • ✔️ Don’t skip parboiling – it’s key to that soft interior and crunchy exterior.
  • ✔️ Shake midway and don’t overcrowd the basket.
  • ✔️ If using frozen pre-cooked potatoes, add 5–7 minutes to the cook time.
 
🍽 Serving Ideas
  • Perfect with roast chicken, beef, or turkey
  • Serve alongside garlic butter steak or grilled veggies
  • Great as a party appetizer with herby mayo or aioli
  •  Sprinkle grated Parmesan and rosemary over the potatoes for a flavorful gourmet touch.
 
❄️ Storage & Reheating
  • Fridge: Store in an airtight container for 3–4 days
  •  Freezer Tip: Freeze the potatoes in a single layer first, then transfer to a bag and store for up to 1 month.
  • Reheat: Air fry leftovers at 375°F (190°C) for 5–7 minutes (fresh), or 20–25 minutes (frozen), tossing halfway
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Keyword duck fat potatoes air fryer