Sweet potato chips are already a delicious side dish, but by adding just two simple ingredients before tossing them in the air fryer, you’ll unlock a richer, irresistible flavour. Whether you’re cooking dinner or needing a quick bite, this easy recipe from Feel Good Foodie delivers yummy crispness with minimal effort.
Speaking on their recipe, the foodie expert shared: “These potatoes are so versatile, tasty, and pair well with main dishes for breakfast, lunch or dinner; I know you will love these crispy chips. Making sweet potato fries in the air fryer, compared to deep frying and even compared to baking, uses less oil. So you’ll end up consuming less fat and less calories, and they still have a slight crisp on the outside with a tender bite on the inside “
Ingredients
This sweet potato fries recipe from Feel Good Foodie serves two people in under 15 minutes (you can also check out how to make sweet potato and golden halloumi traybake here).
- Two medium-sized sweet potatoes
- Olive oil
- Garlic powder
- Paprika
- Salt
- Pepper
Method
To begin with, select two medium-sized sweet potatoes, but pick longer ones as they shrink slightly during cooking.
Next, peel your potatoes, trimming off the thin ends and then slice them in half lengthwise to create a flat surface for easier cutting.
Cut the halves into thin slices about 1/4 to 1/2 inch thick for optimal crispiness. The chef said: “To ensure even cooking time for all the potatoes, try using sweet potatoes that are similar in size.
“It helps to use a very sharp knife and lay the potato halves flat on a cutting surface to cut them evenly. This way, nothing overcooks or undercooks.”
Before seasoning your sliced potatoes, preheat your air fryer. The chef recommends “starting with 10 minutes at 380°F (180°C) and adding 1-minute incremental cooking time as necessary.”
The seasoning mix includes olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss the fries with your hands to ensure they’re evenly coated.
Arrange them in the air fryer basket in a single layer without overcrowding. Shake the basket halfway through cooking to promote even browning.
Since air fryer models vary, keep an eye on the first batch to tweak the time and temperature for the perfect texture. The result will be crowd-pleasing sweet potato fries every time.