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Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries with a Spicy Kick

Homemade Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries seasoned with garlic and cayenne and cooked in 15 minutes. The cornstarch trick makes all the difference for perfectly crispy fries every time!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Soaking15 minutes
Total Time40 minutes
Course: Appetizer, Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4
Calories: 219kcal
Author: Archana Mundhe

Equipment

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Ingredients

  • 3 small sweet potatoes scrubbed and rinsed well. Peeling is optional( 12 oz)
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Cut each potato into even ¼ inch thick sticks. Add potatoes to cold water and allow to soak for 15 minutes.
  • Drain out all of the water and place the potato wedges on a kitchen towel. Dry them well and place in a medium sized mixing bowl.
  • Sprinkle over the cornstarch and toss or mix with a spatula so that the potatoes get evenly coated. Toss with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, cayenne and black pepper.
  • Add the fries to the air fryer basket and air fry at 400°F for 12 mins. Shake Half way through. Add 2 minutes in the end for extra crispy!
    • Remember to cook in batches, depending on the size of your basket, without overcrowding the basket until they’re crispy. I recommend 10 to 12 minutes. This may vary based on your air fryer. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
    We never have any leftovers! But if you do, refrigerate them. To reheat, simply pop them back in the air fryer and cook at 380 for 3 to 5 minutes or until they are hot and crispy.

Notes

Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Don't have an air fryer? You can bake them in the oven. Preheat the oven to 425 F. Spread the seasoned fries in a single layer on two baking trays. Bake for 30 to 40 minutes or until they are crisp. Serve immediately.

Nutrition

Calories: 219kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 675mg | Potassium: 586mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 24100IU | Vitamin C: 4mg | Calcium: 53mg | Iron: 1mg
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