Baked Sweet Potato In Air Fryer
Servings: 2 people
Calories: 212kcal
Equipment
- Air Fryer
- Fork
Ingredients
- 1-3 tbsp Oil (whatever you prefer)
- 2 Sweet potatoes
- Sea salt
Instructions
- Wash and ScrubThe first step is to take any kind of sweet potatoes you prefer and wash them thoroughly. Ensure to wash (and scrub with a clean scrubby) and thoroughly dry your potatoes. Since they are grown in dirt, they will need a good cleaning.After washing, it is essential to dry the sweet potatoes thoroughly. This will help potatoes bake and roast effectively, rather than steaming, which can happen if they are too moist.
- Poke Holes in Sweet PotatoesThis step is quite necessary so don’t skip it. By poking the skin of sweet potatoes with a small knife or fork (5-6 times), you create small openings that allow heat to penetrate evenly throughout the potato during the cooking process. This helps ensure that the potatoes cook evenly, without any parts remaining undercooked or overcooked.Moreover, poking holes in the skin help release steam that builds up inside the potato as it cooks. This release of steam prevents pressure from building up to the point of causing the potato to burst or explode, which can happen if steam is trapped inside.
- Season and Air fry the Sweet PotatoesNext, either use a brush or your hands to evenly coat the outside of the potatoes with oil, then sprinkle some salt. Put the sweet potatoes in the air fryer basket, ensuring there is space between them for proper air circulation. Set the air fryer at 390ºF and cook for 30 to 35 minutes.
- ServeAfter cooking, open your air fryer basket and allow the potatoes to cool for about five minutes until they can be handled comfortably. Then, take the sweet potatoes out of the air fryer basket and slice them open. Use a fork to fluff the insides, and add a pat of vegan butter or your preferred toppings.
