Fried, roasted, baked: How to cook potatoes in 3 ways

As one of the most versatile vegetables out there, the humble potato can be prepared and cooked in a whole host of ways. Whether you prefer your potatoes deep-fried or roasted with a touch of rosemary, they can form the foundation of countless delicious dishes. Below, you’ll discover classic and new ways to cook potatoes, from learning how to make fried potatoes without oil to mastering how to bake a potato for maximum taste. With the right equipment, you don’t have to compromise taste for speed!

How to cook potatoes: Baked

How to cook potatoes: Baked

Tip: Aside from adding great texture and taste, the skin of a baked potato contains plenty of minerals and vitamins.* Try leaving the skin on when you prepare and eat your baked potatoes!

The classic baked potato is a substantial meal in its own right, but for many of us, it simply takes too long to achieve a perfectly crispy skin and fluffy inside. If you’re wondering how to bake a potato and time isn’t an issue, have a look at this traditional method:

In the stove

1. For the best baked potatoes, you’ll need to choose the right kind! In the supermarket, potatoes for baking will normally be labeled as such. Russet potatoes usually deliver good results. If you’re buying loose, select a generous size.

2. Before cooking, pre-heat your stove to 400°F. Wash away any excess dirt on your potato skins and pat dry.

3. Score the tops of your potatoes with a sharp knife to allow excess moisture to escape during cooking.

4. Lightly brush with an oil of your choosing and sprinkle with a little salt. The potatoes can then be added directly to your cooking shelf – no need for foil!

5. Bake your potatoes for around 1 to 1.5 hours.

In the air fryer

Wondering how to cook potatoes in less time? The Philips Airfryer XXL can bake potatoes in less than half an hour, without the hassle of extra oil. In fact, it’s the only air fryer with fat reduction technology that reduces and captures excess fat. Here’s how to prepare potatoes for healthier baking in the air fryer.

1. Preheat the air fryer to 390°F. As you would for the oven, wash the potato skins to remove excess soil.

2. Making sure the potatoes are dry, place them in the basket of the air fryer. Slide the basket into the machine and set the timer for 25 minutes.

Tip: For best results, don’t overfill the basket – allow for the Philips fat removal technology to circulate the heat and work its magic.

Check out this recipe for inspiration on how to fill your beautifully baked spuds.
How to cook potatoes: Roasted
How to cook potatoes: Roasted
A strong favorite, the perfect roast potato also requires beautifully crispy skin and a soft, fluffy inside. There’s an array of tips and tricks for mastering how to roast potatoes. The traditional method is to use the oven.

Tip: Choose a roasting tray large enough to fit your potatoes without having to pile them on top of each other.

In the stove

Place your tray in the stove and preheat to 400°F.

In a large pan, cover your potatoes in cold water and bring to a boil.

Leave the pan uncovered and turn the heat down to simmer for another 2 to 3 minutes.

Add either oil or fat to the heated roasting tray before returning it to the oven and heating for another few minutes. While you’re waiting, strain the potatoes and pat dry.

Lightly coat the potatoes with a little flour before very carefully placing them in the roasting tray. Make sure all of your potatoes are covered in the hot oil or fat.

How long do you cook roasted potatoes for? For good results, roast in the oven for just under an hour. Check on the potatoes every so often, gently shaking the tray to ensure your spuds are evenly cooked.

While roasted potatoes from the stove taste great, it may not be the healthiest way to cook potatoes. If your vision of healthy roasted potatoes includes cutting down on oil, try using an air fryer, such as this one from Philips. All you’ll need is one tablespoon of oil.

In the air fryer

Tip: How long do you cook roasted potatoes for in the air fryer? It takes around half the time to roast your spuds, especially if you’re using the only premium air fryer in the US from Philips! For extra ease and crispiness, leave the skin on your potatoes.

1. Simply place your potatoes in the basket of the Philips Airfryer and set to manual at 400°F for 25 minutes.

2. Pause around halfway through cooking to remove the basket and shake the potatoes. Return the basket to the machine and resume the manual setting for the remaining cooking time.

Now that you have more time to search for recipes, have a look at this suggestion for crispy garlic and rosemary potatoes.
How to cook potatoes: French fries

How to cook potatoes: French fries

Fries are an undeniable crowd-pleaser. There’s always the traditional method, but you can also cook fried potatoes without oil, or close enough, if you have an air fryer.

First, have a look at the following traditional method for how to fry potatoes. All you need is a pot large enough to hold a few inches of heated oil. If you have russets that you didn’t use for your baked potatoes, you can use them here for delicious, crispy fries.

On the burner

Tip: If you have time, leave the sticks of potato to soak overnight in a bowl of cold water. This will remove excess starch and result in crispier fries!

1. First, peel your potatoes and rinse them in cold water, before cutting into sticks.

2. When you’re ready to make your fries, heat a pan of oil to around 300°F. Ensure your potatoes are dry before adding them to the hot oil.

3. Cook your potatoes until they soften, usually for around 5 minutes.

4. Remove from the oil and increase the temperature to 400°F. Re-fry the potatoes in the oil until they start to take on a golden color.

5. Remove your fries and use towels to absorb any excess oil.

In the air fryer

For the ultimate fried potatoes without oil, or at least with as little oil as possible, try the Philips Airfryer with its fat removal technology:

1. After peeling your potatoes and cutting them into sticks, lightly spray or brush the fry basket with a little oil.

2. Add the sticks of potato and cook at 400°F for around 10 minutes. Make sure you check on your fries and give the basket a shake every 4 minutes.

If you want something a little different, take a look at this recipe for sweet potato fries.

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