Sweet Potatoes in Air Fryer

Name: Sweet Potatoes in Air Fryer
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 16 min
Total time: 26 min
Yield: 2
Ingredients: Sweet potatoes (or yams) 1.1 lbs; Extra virgin olive oil 1 ½ tbsp; Cornstarch 1 ¼ tbsp; Fine salt to taste; Black pepper to taste; Thyme 1 sprig; Sage 1 bunch; Rosemary 1 sprig

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Difficulty: Very easy
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 16 min
Serving: 2
Cost: Very low

PRESENTATION

Sweet potatoes really hit a whole new level when you pop them in the air fryer. Seriously, these air fryer sweet potato fries have that crispy outside that we all crave from regular fries, but inside? They're so tender and moist. Corn starch? It’s magic here, adding just enough crunch. Mix it up with a splash of olive oil and some herby stuff—bam! You've got crispy sweet potato fries that taste fresh and kinda fancy, but are still pretty simple. I mean, the aroma is amazing—like something straight from the oven. And here's the thing, you don’t have to heat up the whole kitchen or mess with a deep fryer, which is great. These fries are perfect for a quick snack or as a side with meat or fish—pretty much like some light, Mediterranean-style meals.

When it comes to easy air fryer recipes that really make life simpler, this one's a winner. You skip the soaking and deep frying; just toss them with corn starch and olive oil. Add your favorite herbs—like rosemary, thyme, or maybe a bit of garlic powder. The golden edges get that just-right crunch, and the inside stays soft enough to feel satisfying without being heavy. Sweet potatoes have this sweet flavor that balances really really well with the salty, herby coating, and you know, the air fryer just brings it all together super quick.

When we talk about healthy sweet potato fries, these are way lighter than anything fried in oil. But guess what? You don’t miss out on the fun or the taste. They're right up there with homemade sweet potato fries you'll actually want to devour. Perfect for anyone who loves air fryer vegetable recipes or just wants something crispy and straightforward for a weeknight dinner. Whether you're chilling with friends or just need a quick side dish, these fries? They're sure to become a go-to in your snack routine. For real.

How to prepare Sweet Potatoes in Air Fryer

To prepare sweet potatoes in the air fryer, start by removing the peel with a peeler 1. Then cut them into slices about 3/8 inch thick 2 and finally into matchsticks 3.

To help the potatoes lose some starch, plunge them into cold water 4 and leave them submerged for 10 minutes 5. After 10 minutes, drain them and transfer them to a clean kitchen towel, patting them dry well 6.

Once dried, transfer the sweet potatoes to a bowl. Season them with extra virgin olive oil 7, fine salt 8, and a grind of black pepper 9.

Add the cornstarch 10 and give it a good stir 11. Transfer the seasoned sweet potatoes into the air fryer basket 12

Cook at 340°F for 10 minutes 13. Meanwhile, finely chop the thyme, rosemary, and sage 14. After the first 10 minutes of cooking, add the chopped herbs and give it a good stir 15.

Cook for another 6 minutes at 375°F 16, after this time check that the potatoes are cooked 17. Adjust with salt and pepper if necessary, and your air fryer sweet potatoes are ready 18!