Actually Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries Recipe
Let me share all my tips and tricks to making crispy sweet potato fries in the air fryer. It's not just as simple as throwing them in the air fryer if you want them to actually be crispy! If you want to stop wasting your time on limp fries, this is the recipe for you.
Servings: 4
Calories: 160
Ingredients
- 1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled
- ½ tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon fine salt
Instructions
- Use a sharp knife to cut the sweet potato pointy ends off, then cut the sweet potato into fries that are no more than ½ inch wide, ¼ inch thick, and 3.5 inches long. Put the fries in a large mixing bowl and cover with cold water. Soak for at least 30 minutes, but the longer the better. Drain the water and dry the fries on paper towels.
- Pre-heat the air fryer to 380F (193C) for 5 minutes.
- Add the fries back to the dry bowl and toss with the cornstarch. Now toss fries with the oil and seasonings.
- Add the fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Air fry at 380F for 13-15 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy. Toss halfway through by shaking the basket. You will likely need to cook them in multiple batches. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- Cooking time: The cook time will also depend on your air fryer. Air fryers of different sizes and wattage cook food differently.
- Storage and reheating: Store the leftover fries in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Reheat in the air fryer at 380F for 5 minutes.
Nutrition
Calories: 160 | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 8g | Fiber: 3g