A good batch of sweet potato fries can really switch up your typical pairing for burgers, wraps, or sandwiches. These Air Fried Sweet Potato Fries are delicious and straight to the point - just cut, season, and cook!
If you have never had sweet potato fries in the air fryer, I'm really giving you the side-eye...because they are delicious! They are a great switch up from the normal french fries that we are used to. Plus, the sweet and salty flavor is so addicting! Serve with your favorite chicken wing recipe like these Crispy Oven Baked Wings.
The Coined Breakdown
- Total Cost per serving: $0.40
- Total Cost (4 servings): $1.61
- Those Other Guys: $6.99 per serving
Ingredients
- Sweet Potatoes - You can use the regular orange ones, or the purple variety. Grab a firm sweet potato that hasn't sprouted for the best results.
- Avocado Oil - A bit of veggie oil - I use avocado because of the high smoke point - is essential to a good air fried sweet potato fry.
- Seasonings - This recipe uses the classic salt and pepper combo, but below I list some other seasoning ideas that are crave-worthy.
Variations and Substitutions
Sweet Instead of Savory Sweet Potato Fries: Try these with a mix of cinnamon and sugar for a real treat!
Garlic-Parmesan Sweet Potato Fries: Grated parmesan, freshly chopped parsley, and garlic powder make these sweet potato fries restaurant-quality.
Dipping Sauce Ideas: Ketchup is an obvious classic, but try garlic aioli for a savory sweet potato fry, or a vanilla bean icing for the sweeter variations.
How to Make Air Fried Sweet Potato Fries
Step 1: Start out by cleaning the skin of your sweet potatoes with a bristle vegetable brush. If you prefer, peel the skin off. I leave it on for extra nutrients.
Chop the sweet potatoes into fry-shaped sticks and add them to a large bowl.
Step 2: Pour the avocado oil into the bowl, and toss until the sweet potatoes are evenly covered.
Step 3: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F.
Cook the fries for 15-18 minutes, flipping occasionally to avoid burning.
Step 4: When the sweet potato fries are done, toss with sea salt and black pepper. That's it!
Recipe Pro Tip
- Don't overcrowd. Add your fries to the air fryer basket in a single layer. You may have to do multiple batches!
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Air Fried Sweet Potato Fries
Equipment
- Chef's Knife
- Mixing Bowl
- Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 2 count sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoon avocado oil
- 1 teaspoon salt to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and slice the sweet potatoes into fry shapes. I keep the skin on for extra fiber, but you can peel if you prefer.2 count sweet potatoes
- Toss the potatoes in the avocado oil.2 tablespoon avocado oil
- Add potatoes to the air fryer in an even layer. At 375°F, cook potatoes for 15-18 minutes. Flip halfway.
- Remove cooked fries and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve immediately. Enjoy!1 teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon black pepper
Logan Smith says
A lifesaver during my Whole30 rounds!
Shani W. says
Thank you Logan!