Air-Fryer Spinach & Potato Patties
Crispy on the outside, soft and flavorful on the inside, these patties combine tender mashed potatoes, fresh spinach, and aromatic spices. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or even a light lunch. Air-frying makes them golden and crunchy without deep frying.
⏱️ Time
Prep: 15 min
Cooking: 15–18 min
Total: 30–33 min
🍽️ Ingredients
2 medium potatoes (≈300g), boiled and mashed
1 cup fresh spinach, finely chopped
1 small onion, finely chopped
1–2 cloves garlic, minced
¼ cup breadcrumbs (plus extra for coating)
1 egg (or 2 tbsp chickpea flour for vegan option)
½ tsp cumin powder
½ tsp paprika
Salt & black pepper, to taste
2 tbsp olive oil (for brushing)
Optional: 2 tbsp grated Parmesan or crumbled feta for extra flavor
🥄 Instructions
1. Prepare the potatoes:
Boil potatoes until tender, peel, and mash smoothly in a large bowl.
2. Cook the spinach & aromatics:
In a pan, sauté onion and garlic in 1 tsp olive oil for 2–3 min.
Add spinach, cook until wilted (1–2 min). Let cool slightly.
3. Mix the patty dough:
Add the cooked spinach, sautéed onion & garlic, breadcrumbs, egg, spices, and cheese (if using) to the mashed potatoes.
Mix well until it forms a soft, moldable mixture. If too wet, add more breadcrumbs.
4. Shape the patties:
Divide the mixture into 6–8 portions.
Shape into round or oval patties about 1 cm thick.
Lightly coat each patty with breadcrumbs for extra crispiness.
5. Air-fry the patties:
Preheat the air fryer to 200°C (390°F) for 3 min.
Place patties in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Brush or spray lightly with olive oil.
Cook 12–15 min, flipping halfway, until golden brown and crispy.
6. Serve:
Enjoy warm with yogurt dip, garlic sauce, or tomato chutney.
💡 Tips & Variations
Extra flavor: Add fresh herbs like parsley, dill, or mint.
Spicy option: Add a pinch of red chili flakes.
Cheesy delight: Top patties with shredded mozzarella before the last 2 min in the air fryer.
Make ahead: Patties can be frozen uncooked for up to 1 month. Air-fry straight from frozen, adding 2–3 extra minutes.
1️⃣ Nutrition Information
Calories: 120–130 kcal
Carbohydrates: 20 g
Protein: 3–4 g
Total Fat: 3–4 g