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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries Recipe

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4.6 from 127 reviews
  • Author: Simon
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 2 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries are an easy and healthy snack or side dish. Coated with a blend of garlic powder, smoked paprika, and a touch of salt and pepper, then air fried to golden perfection, these fries offer a delicious alternative to traditional deep-fried versions with less oil and mess.

Ingredients

Scale

Sweet Potatoes

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes

Seasoning & Oil

  • 1 tablespoon high heat oil (such as avocado, grape seed, or coconut oil)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt (or to taste)
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper (or to taste)

Instructions

  1. Prep: Peel the sweet potatoes completely and place them on a clean cutting board. Using a sharp knife, cut the sweet potatoes into 1/4 inch uniform sticks to ensure even cooking.
  2. Season: In a large mixing bowl, combine the high heat oil with garlic powder, smoked paprika, kosher salt, and black pepper. Toss the sweet potato sticks thoroughly in this mixture until all fries are evenly coated with the seasoning blend.
  3. Air Fry: Arrange the seasoned sweet potato fries in a single layer inside your air fryer basket, making sure they are not overcrowded to allow proper air circulation. Cook at 390°F (200°C) for 13 to 15 minutes, flipping the fries about halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crispiness on all sides. The fries should turn golden brown and tender inside. Serve immediately and enjoy your healthy homemade fries!

Notes

  • For extra crispiness, soak the cut sweet potato fries in cold water for 30 minutes before drying and seasoning to remove excess starch.
  • You can adjust the seasoning to your taste by adding cayenne pepper for heat or cumin for earthiness.
  • If your air fryer is small, cook the fries in batches to avoid overcrowding.
  • Use a high smoke point oil to prevent burning or smoking at the cooking temperature.
  • These fries are best enjoyed fresh but can be refrigerated and reheated in the air fryer for a few minutes.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Side Dish
  • Method: Air Frying
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: air fryer, sweet potato fries, healthy fries, crispy fries, gluten free, easy snack, side dish

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