Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes (Printer-friendly)
Golden, seasoned sweet potato fries with a crisp exterior and tender bite, made quickly in an air fryer.
# What you'll need:
→ Vegetables
01 - 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1 lb), peeled
→ Seasonings & Oil
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp cornstarch
04 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1/2 tsp salt, plus more to taste
07 - 1/4 tsp black pepper
# Method:
01 - Cut the peeled sweet potatoes into 1/4-inch thick fries for even cooking and optimal crispiness.
02 - Place the fries in a large bowl. Sprinkle with cornstarch and toss to coat evenly, ensuring each fry is lightly dusted.
03 - Drizzle the olive oil over the fries. Add smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper. Toss again to coat thoroughly.
04 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes before cooking.
05 - Arrange the fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding, which prevents proper crisping.
06 - Air fry for 15–18 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through cooking time, until fries are golden and crispy with tender interiors.
07 - Season with extra salt to taste and serve immediately for maximum crispiness.
# Expert Tips:
01 -
- The cornstarch trick creates that addictive crunch without deep frying
- Ready in under 30 minutes with almost zero cleanup afterward
02 -
- Overcrowding is the enemy of crispy fries, always work in batches
- Soaking cut potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes removes excess starch for even better crunch
03 -
- Preheating the air fryer gives you a head start on crisping
- Season immediately after cooking while the fries are hot and receptive