Sweet Potato Fries In Air Fryer

Prep Time5

Cook Time12

Total Time17

Servings: 2 people

Calories: 232kcal

Cut the Potatoes
There is a proper way to cut these potatoes for better results. Begin with two medium-sized potatoes, preferably not overly long, to ensure you can utilize their full length for fries. Additionally, keep in mind that these fries will shrink during cooking, so aim for a shape slightly longer than the desired fry length.
Then, peel the sweet potatoes and remove the skinny ends. Half the sweet potatoes lengthwise for easier handling on the cutting board, and begin slicing them into long strips. If you want crispier results, aim for thinner cuts; slice them into a thickness between ¼ inch and ½ -inch.
Preheat the Air Fryer
Now that the sweet potatoes are perfectly sliced, it is time to air fry them. Many air fryers perform best when preheated. While it preheats, you can choose the seasoning for your sweet potato fries.
Season the Fries
For simple seasonings, I prefer mixing the sweet potato fries, with a teaspoon of olive oil, along with garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper (you can add seasoning and toppings of your choice). Ensure that each fry is evenly coated using your hands.
Air Fry the Fries
After seasoning the fries, put them in the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Midway through cooking, give the basket a shake to promote even cooking. Since air fryers vary, monitor the first batch to ensure the desired cooking temperature and time results.

You must cut the potatoes evenly to ensure consistent cooking. Choose sweet potatoes of similar size and use a sharp knife to halve them evenly on a flat cutting surface. This step ensures that no part overcooks or undercooks.

Avoid overcrowding. If the air fryer sweet potato fries overlap, you might inadvertently create a steaming effect rather than achieving a crispy texture.

Remember to preheat your air fryer. Although not all air fryers require it, most recommend preheating. Even if your air fryer doesn’t say so, preheating ensures accurate cooking at your chosen temperature.

Flip the sweet potatoes halfway through the cooking. Either shake the basket or use tongs to flip it. Since the heat at the bottom is stronger than at the top, this step ensures even cooking.