Are you tired of soggy, lackluster sweet potato sides? Get ready to revolutionize your cooking with this mind-blowing air fryer sweet potato recipe that promises restaurant-quality results in just 30 minutes! These golden, crispy-on-the-outside, tender-on-the-inside sweet potato wedges will make you forget all about traditional oven-roasting methods. Whether you're a busy home cook or a culinary enthusiast, this foolproof recipe will transform your meal game and have everyone asking, "How did you make these?"
Prep Time: 5 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 30 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 2 servings
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly under cool running water, scrubbing gently with a vegetable brush to remove any dirt or debris.
- Pat the sweet potatoes completely dry using clean paper towels to ensure crispy exterior during air frying.
- Cut the sweet potatoes into uniform 1/2-inch thick wedges or cubes to ensure even cooking. Try to keep the pieces roughly the same size for consistent results.
- Place the cut sweet potato pieces in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle olive oil over the potatoes and sprinkle salt and cinnamon evenly.
- Use your hands or a spatula to toss and coat the sweet potato pieces completely with the oil and seasoning mixture.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for approximately 3-4 minutes before adding the sweet potatoes.
- Arrange the seasoned sweet potato pieces in a single layer inside the air fryer basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded to allow proper air circulation.
- Cook the sweet potatoes in the air fryer for 20-25 minutes, shaking the basket or turning the pieces halfway through cooking to ensure even browning.
- Check for doneness by piercing with a fork - the sweet potatoes should be tender on the inside and crispy on the outside.
- Remove from the air fryer and let rest for 2-3 minutes before serving. Optionally, sprinkle additional cinnamon or salt to taste.
Tips
- • Always start with completely dry sweet potatoes to achieve maximum crispiness • Cut potatoes into uniform sizes to ensure even cooking • Don't overcrowd the air fryer basket - give your sweet potato pieces breathing room • Shake or flip the basket midway through cooking for consistent browning • Use a fork to test doneness - they should be tender inside and crisp outside • Experiment with different seasonings like smoked paprika, garlic powder, or brown sugar for variety • Let the sweet potatoes rest for a few minutes after cooking to enhance their texture • For extra crunch, consider leaving the skin on and just scrubbing it clean
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 180kcal
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 2g
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
