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Irresistible Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries Recipe – Crispy & Healthy

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A quick and easy recipe for crispy and healthy sweet potato fries made in an air fryer. Perfect as a side dish or snack, customizable to suit your taste.

Ingredients

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  • 2 medium-sized sweet potatoes, peeled or unpeeled, and cut into thin fries
  • 12 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional: cayenne pepper, cinnamon, Parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Wash and peel the sweet potatoes (if desired). Slice them into thin, even fries or wedges to ensure they cook uniformly.
  2. In a mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato fries with olive oil, salt, paprika, garlic powder, and black pepper. Ensure every piece is well-coated.
  3. Set your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) and let it preheat for 3–5 minutes.
  4. Place the fries in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Avoid overcrowding, as this can lead to uneven cooking. Work in batches if necessary.
  5. Air fry for 12–15 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to ensure even crisping. Check for doneness—fries should be golden and crispy.
  6. Taste and add more salt or spices if needed.
  7. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce. Ketchup, garlic aioli, or even a spicy mayo works beautifully!

Notes

[‘Cut sweet potatoes evenly for uniform cooking.’, ‘Preheat the air fryer for maximum crispiness.’, ‘Avoid overcrowding the air fryer basket to prevent soggy fries.’, ‘Shake the basket halfway through cooking for even crisping.’, ‘For extra crispy fries, soak the sweet potato slices in cold water for 30 minutes before cooking and pat them dry completely.’]

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Keywords: air fryer, sweet potato fries, healthy snack, crispy fries, easy recipe, kid-friendly, gluten-free, vegetarian