Imagine sinking your teeth into the most perfectly crispy, golden-brown sweet potato fries - without the greasy deep-frying guilt! These air fryer sweet potato fries are about to revolutionize your snacking game, delivering restaurant-quality crunch right from your kitchen. Packed with flavor, nutrition, and irresistible texture, this recipe is your ticket to the most addictive healthy side dish you'll ever make. Get ready to transform ordinary sweet potatoes into a crispy sensation that will have everyone begging for your secret!
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 20 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt to taste
- Pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash sweet potatoes thoroughly under cool running water, scrubbing gently to remove any dirt or debris.
- Pat sweet potatoes completely dry using clean kitchen towels or paper towels to ensure crispy results.
- Cut sweet potatoes into uniform, thin strips approximately 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick, ensuring even cooking. Discard the ends of the potatoes.
- Place cut sweet potato strips in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.
- Sprinkle paprika, salt, and pepper over the oiled sweet potato strips. Toss gently to distribute seasonings evenly.
- Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Arrange sweet potato strips in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding. Cook in batches if necessary.
- Air fry for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket every 5-7 minutes to ensure even browning and crispiness.
- Check fries at 15 minutes for desired crispness. Continue cooking if additional browning is needed.
- Remove fries when they are golden brown and crispy on the outside, tender on the inside.
- Transfer to a serving plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
- Let cool for 2-3 minutes, then serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Tips
- Always pat your sweet potato strips completely dry before seasoning - moisture is the enemy of crispiness!
- Cut your fries as uniformly as possible to ensure even cooking. Aim for 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick strips.
- Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary to allow hot air circulation.
- Shake the basket every 5-7 minutes to promote even browning and prevent sticking.
- Experiment with seasonings - try adding garlic powder, cayenne pepper, or dried herbs for extra flavor.
- Serve immediately after cooking for maximum crispiness and enjoyment.
- For extra crispy results, consider soaking cut sweet potato strips in cold water for 30 minutes before drying and cooking, which helps remove excess starch.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 26g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg
