Step aside, — are a hearty, healthier alternative! Whether they're baked and topped with butter or roasted and mashed for a holiday casserole, they're delicious because they can lean either sweet or savory. Just look to one of our favorite iterations: . Just like other , making these air fried sweet potato fries uses less oil, which translates to less fat if you're on a . The ultimate side to a , but easy enough to whip up for an , these air-fried spuds are quick, crispy, and undeniably delicious. (Even agree!)
How do you make sweet potato fries taste better?
A few simple seasonings will do the trick! Savory cumin and spicy cayenne perfectly complement the sweetness of sweet potatoes.
Why are my sweet potato fries soggy in the air fryer?
There are two things that can combat soggy sweet potato fries in the . First, remove as much moisture from the surface of the potatoes as possible. A quick pat all over the cut potatoes with a paper towel can help with that. Secondly, leave adequate space between each of the fries while air frying. We worked with to develop this recipe. We found that cooking 1 1/2-pounds of sweet potato fries in two batches yielded crispy results. If your air fryer is smaller than 6.
How long do you cook sweet potato fries in the air fryer?
These sweet potato fries take about 15 minutes to get crisp and cooked through. Since you'll need to cook the fries in batches to achieve crispiness, be sure to toss all the cooked fries back in the air fryer for a few minutes just before serving. This means hot, crisp fries for everyone!
Do I need to soak sweet potato fries before cooking?
The answer is no! Sweet potatoes are not as starchy as russet potatoes, which yield best results when soaked in water before cooking to remove the starch from the surface area and cook to a crisp.
Do I need to peel sweet potatoes before cooking?
This is entirely up to you. The skin of the sweet potato holds a lot of nutrients and can certainly provide more texture in each bite. If you don't like the way it tastes or the texture, then by all means, peel the skin off. Otherwise, peel the skin in alternating strips.
1 1/2 lb.sweet potatoes, peeled if you like
1 tsp.kosher salt, plus more for serving
1/4 tsp.ground cumin
1/4 tsp.ground cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp.black pepper
2 tsp.olive oil
1/4 c.mayonnaise
2 tbsp.Dijon mustard
2 tsp.honey
Step 1 Cut the sweet potatoes into planks about 1/2 inch thick and 4 to 5 inches long. If there is any moisture on the potatoes, pat them dry with a paper towel. Place them in a large mixing bowl. Step 2 In a small bowl, mix together the salt, cumin, cayenne pepper, and black pepper. Step 3 Toss the sweet potatoes with the olive oil until well coated. Sprinkle the spice mixture all over, then toss well to coat evenly. Step 4 Place half of the sweet potato fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket with a little bit of space between each fry. Cook at 380°F for 7 minutes. Toss the fries in the basket, then space them apart again.
