🍠 Crispy Sweet Potatoes in the Air Fryer (20 min) – Easy Recipe: To make ultra-crispy sweet potatoes in the air fryer, peel and cut your potatoes into fries or cubes, dry them well, then toss them with a drizzle of oil, cornstarch, paprika, and salt. Arrange them in a single layer in the air fryer basket, then cook for 16 to 18 minutes at 180°C (350°F), shaking halfway through. The result: golden brown on the outside, meltingly tender on the inside, and no need to preheat the oven! Perfect to accompany an autumn dish or to nibble on as an appetizer 🥗🔥
Craving a healthy, quick, and incredibly delicious snack this fall? Crispy sweet potatoes cooked in an air fryer are THE star of the season 🍠✨. They're perfect for any occasion: as an appetizer, alongside a comforting dish, or to transform a sad salad into a vitamin-packed feast!
Why an air fryer? Because it gives you a golden, melt-in-your- mouth texture in record time, with very little oil. No more soggy or limp fries: the secret here is the pulsed heat that sears the surface while keeping the center soft. Plus, you save energy and avoid those lingering frying smells in your house 🌱💨.
The little autumnal extra
Sweet potatoes are the vegetable that warms up autumn with their orange color and slightly sweet taste. Rich in beta-carotene, they boost immunity and pair wonderfully with spices (paprika, curry, cinnamon, etc.). They're also a great ingredient for air fryer recipes and everyday healthy cooking.
🥕 What you need
Preparation: 5 min • Cooking: 15 min
- 700g Sweet Potatoes
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 1 tbsp Cornstarch
- 1 tsp Smoked paprika
- 1 pinch Fine salt
- 1 pinch Garlic powder (optional)
Tested and approved by the Neary team, perfect for ultra crispy results!
👩🍳 Steps for crispy sweet potatoes in the air fryer
Preparation
5 minWash, peel and cut the sweet potatoes into sticks or cubes about the size of a finger. Dry them thoroughly in a clean tea towel to avoid moisture (that's the secret to crispiness 🥔✨).
Magic Coating
2 minPlace them in a large bowl, add the oil, cornstarch, paprika, salt, and garlic powder if desired. Mix well so that each piece is coated. The cornstarch will form the desired thin golden crust!
Crispy-on-melty cooking
15 minArrange the sweet potatoes in a single layer in the air fryer basket (do two batches if needed). Cook at 180°C (350°F) for 16 to 18 minutes, shaking halfway through. They should be golden brown and tender. Serve hot, sprinkle with a little fleur de sel, and enjoy! 😋
🔥 Tips & Variations
- For extra crispy potatoes, soak them for 30 minutes in cold water after cutting, then dry them very carefully.
- You can replace the cornstarch with rice flour or cornflour, it works too!
- Vary the spices: curry, cumin, sweet chili, herbs of Provence… Let your desires guide you!
- For a sweet version, add a pinch of cinnamon and a drizzle of maple syrup before cooking 🍁.
- Serve them with a yogurt-lemon sauce, hummus or even homemade mayonnaise for a stunning appetizer.
- Time-saving tip: use a high-performance air fryer to cook several batches in succession without preheating.
As a bonus, you can check out an excellent variation on La Petite Bette for even more ideas!
❓ Frequently Asked Questions about air-fried sweet potatoes
Can sweet potatoes be prepared in advance?
Yes! Cut them up and keep them raw in cold water in the fridge for up to 24 hours. You can also cook them in advance and reheat them for 3 to 4 minutes in the air fryer to restore their crispness.
Is starch essential?
It really helps to get a golden crust and prevents them from getting soggy. But if you don't have any, the recipe works without it; they'll just be a little less crispy.
How can I prevent my sweet potatoes from sticking together?
The secret: drying + spacing! Dry them well and never overload the basket. Cook in several batches if necessary.
Can I use this method with other vegetables?
Of course! Carrots, parsnips, squash, turnips... just adjust the cooking time according to their size.
Does the air fryer consume a lot of energy?
No, it's even more economical than a traditional oven ! Its rapid cooking time allows you to save money, while maintaining a healthy and crispy texture.
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