Recipe
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries Recipe
Published: April 1, 2024
Whipping up my air fryer sweet potato fries is a breeze! Just toss 'em in olive oil, paprika, and garlic, then air fry until crispy. Perfectly golden, deliciously seasoned, and oh-so-addictive!
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Boy, do I love the satisfying crunch of homemade sweet potato fries! I've cracked the code, folks: using the air fryer. Yes, those vibrant, flavorful sticks of goodness, crispy on the outside, tender on the inside. It's a simple recipe, uses just a handful of ingredients, yet delivers big on taste! Just imagine those golden-brown fries, nicely seasoned, with a hint of smokiness from paprika. Can't wait to share my air fryer sweet potato fries recipe. Trust me, your taste buds will thank you!
Ingredients for Delicious Sweet Potato Fries
- Sweet potatoes: Sweet potatoes provide a natural sweetness and a hearty texture, making them perfect for crispy and flavorful fries.
- Olive oil: Olive oil helps to coat the sweet potato fries evenly and promotes crispiness during the air frying process.
- Paprika: Paprika adds a smoky and slightly spicy flavor to the sweet potato fries, enhancing their overall taste profile.
- Garlic powder: Garlic powder brings a savory and aromatic element to the sweet potato fries, elevating their flavor profile.
Did you know that adding a sprinkle of cornstarch to the sweet potato strips before air frying can help make them extra crispy? Give it a try next time for that perfect crunch!
Essential Tools for Making Sweet Potato Fries in the Air Fryer
- Air fryer: Cooks the sweet potato fries quickly and evenly, giving them a crispy texture without excess oil.
- Knife: Needed to peel and cut the sweet potatoes into thin strips for the fries.
- Bowl: Used to toss the sweet potato strips with oil and seasonings to coat them evenly before air frying.
Common Questions About Making Sweet Potato Fries in the Air Fryer
Serves: 4 people
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 20 minutes
Total time: 30 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions:
- Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into thin strips.
- In a bowl, toss the sweet potato strips with olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
- Place the sweet potato strips in the air fryer basket in a single layer.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until the fries are crispy and golden brown.
- Serve hot and enjoy!
Nutritional value:
Per Serving in Calories: 150 kcal | Carbohydrates: 26 g | Protein: 2 g | Total Fat: 4 g | Saturated Fat: 1 g | Trans Fat: 0 g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3 g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0 g | Cholesterol: 0 mg | Sodium: 150 mg | Dietary Fiber: 4 g | Sugar: 6 g | Calcium: 40 mg | Potassium: 400 mg | Iron: 1 mg | Vitamin A: 1600 µg | Vitamin C: 20 mg
Tips for Prepping and Storing Sweet Potato Fries
Make Ahead Instructions
- Prepare the sweet potato fries as per the recipe.
- Once cooked, let them cool completely.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
Freezing Instructions
- After cooking, allow the sweet potato fries to cool completely.
- Place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze until solid.
- Transfer the frozen fries to a freezer-safe bag or container.
- Label with the date and store in the freezer for up to 3 months.
