Dry the surface
Less moisture means faster browning and crisper edges.
Kitchen tested. Prepared and evaluated on Oct. 16, 2026.
The method
4 clear steps.
1
Preheat.
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes.
2
Season.
Dry the cut potatoes thoroughly, then toss with olive oil, garlic powder, salt, paprika, and pepper.
3
Air-fry.
Cook cut-side down for 12 minutes. Shake the basket and continue cooking 8–12 minutes, until deeply golden and tender.
4
Finish.
Toss the hot potatoes with rosemary and an extra pinch of salt.
Make it work.
Small details that matter most with gluten-free cooking.
Leave room for air
A crowded basket cooks unevenly; use two batches in a small model.
Shake after a crust forms
The first uninterrupted stretch helps the cut sides turn deeply golden.