Fried Potatoes Skins And Onions
These hot, crispy fried potatoes skins and onions make a great snack. Munch them as you await for dinner to be served. A great and delicious way to prevent food wastage!
The holiday season is an excellent excuse for spending quality time with loved ones, sharing laughter, and enjoying delicious, comforting, and satisfying meals. Whether roasted, baked, or mashed, potatoes often appear as the centerpiece of our holiday dinner recipes. However, every batch of golden roasted wedges or creamy mashed potatoes is accompanied by a heap of potato skins, which are frequently thrown out without a second thought!
So, why not make a delectable dish out of these simple fried potatoes skins instead of throwing them to waste? Here's a savory, crispy snack that not only cuts down on food waste but also gives your holiday feast a new flavor: Fried potato skins and onions.
Fried potatoes skins and onions is a great way to use up residual potato peels. They not only make a crunchy snack, but you can customize the flavor by adding your favorite seasonings or sauces.
I came up with the idea to fry the potato skins recently when I was scrolling my Instagram feed. A girl was sharing that she liked her potatoes without peel and to save the peels, she often fried them for her husband.
As you might know, I always prefer an air fryer whenever possible, so I thought this would be a nice opportunity to test it out. Also, I was making Creole Potato Salad that day. So I already had some peels on hand.
I gave this recipe a try and it turned out amazing. What I love most about this simple air fryer recipe is how with just a few easy steps you can make a tasty appetizer in no time.
Now it's your time to try these delicious crisps!
Why You’ll Like This Fried Potatoes Skins And Onions Recipe?
- Easy and quick to make
- Crunchy and satisfying
- Reduce food waste
- Air fried instead of deep fried.
- Kids friendly
- Inexpensive
- Customizable
- Healthy… Potato skins are packed with nutrients.
- A perfect snack for game day, or a great party appetizer.
Variations
- Add toppings: You can customize each bite of this delicious snack with some tasty additions. My two favorite additions are sour cream and fresh herbs. To top these potato peel chips, you can also add shredded cheese and chunks of bacon. Diced green onions are also a fantastic addition if you're an onion lover!
- Sweet Potatoes: If you're looking for a different flavor profile, try using sweet potatoes instead of potatoes. The crisps won't be quite as crispy, but they're still delicious. The sweet potato skins give it an another flavor!
How To Serve Fried Potatoes Skins And Onions?
This tasty snack can be enjoyed in a variety of ways! After you've cooked the potatoes skins in the air fryer,
- Sprinkle some salt and parmesan cheese on top and enjoy.
- Enjoy dipping with some ketchup, garlic mayo, or spicy sauce.
- Best served with a creamy dressing like Tzatziki, ranch, or Caesar.
- Top the fried Potato Skins and onion with bacon bits and chives.
- Serve them together with pizza, burgers, and chicken wings on game day.
- Fried Potato Skins provide a tasty crunchy topping for homemade chili.
Storing Leftover Fried Potatoes Skins And Onions, Reheat
You may reheat and enjoy leftover fried potatoes skins and onion the following day! Make sure you let this tasty snack completely cool before putting any remaining potato skins and onions in an airtight container.
For optimal flavor and taste, keep them refrigerated and enjoy them within a day. Place the potato chips in an air fryer for a few minutes to reheat. To get the desired crunch, you might need to spray them with a little oil.
FAQ’s
Are Fried Potatoes Skins Healthy?
Absolutely. To get all the nutrients from the potatoes, eat the skin. There are more nutrients in the potato skin than inside. It has a lot of fiber; the skin makes up around half of the fiber in a medium potato.
Are Air Fried Potatoes Skins a healthier Alternative than Regular French Fries?
This recipe is healthier because it calls for less oil! The potato skin is cooked by the hot air, giving it the crispness of deep-fried food without really being fried.
How Should The Potatoes Skins Be Peeled Off?
Using a vegetable peeler is an easy way to remove the potato skins. You will prefer them to be larger, if feasible; however, they can still be prepared. Depending on the size, they will simply have different shades of golden brown.
