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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

These crispy air fryer sweet potato fries take only 10 minutes to cook. They are simple to make and delicious. I bet you can't eat just one!
Print Recipe
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Course lunch/dinner, Snack
Cuisine south american
Servings 2 people
Calories 239.5 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Air Fryer
  • 1 Chef's knife
  • 1 Cutting Board
  • 1 Large Mixing Bowl
  • 1 Measuring Spoons

Ingredients
  

Main

  • 1 medium sweet potato peeled
  • 1 tablespoon canola oil
  • ½ teaspoon kosher salt
  • ¼ teaspoon pepper
  • ⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ⅛ teaspoon ground sweet paprika

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Cut sweet potato into 1/2-inch wide fries. Place in a bowl with canola oil; toss to coat. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika; mix until all fries are evenly coated. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Working in batches if necessary, place an even layer of fries in the air fryer basket. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Cook in the preheated air fryer until golden, about 10 minutes. Repeat to cook remaining fries. Dotdash Meredith Food Studios
  • Serve hot and enjoy! Dotdash Meredith Food Studios

Notes

For optimal crispiness, ensure sweet potato fries are cut uniformly and are thoroughly dry before coating with oil and seasoning. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket; cook in batches to allow for proper air circulation, which is key to achieving a golden, crispy exterior without steaming. Experiment with a cold water soak for 30 minutes, then dry completely, to remove starch for an even crisper result. Elevate the flavor profile with a pinch of smoked paprika or a dash of cayenne for a subtle kick. Serve immediately to enjoy maximum crunch, perhaps with a gourmet dipping sauce like sriracha aioli or a spiced yogurt dip for a refined touch.