Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries (Print Version)

Crispy sweet potato fries made air-fried, complemented by a creamy garlic aioli dip.

# Components:

→ Sweet Potato Fries

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes, approximately 1.75 pounds
02 - 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 0.5 teaspoon fine sea salt
06 - 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
07 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch, optional for enhanced crispness

→ Garlic Aioli

08 - 0.5 cup mayonnaise
09 - 1 clove garlic, finely minced
10 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
11 - 0.5 teaspoon Dijon mustard
12 - Salt and black pepper to taste

# Directions:

01 - Peel sweet potatoes and cut into 0.25-inch thick fries using a sharp knife on a cutting board.
02 - Submerge cut fries in a bowl of cold water and soak for 20 minutes. Drain thoroughly and pat completely dry with a kitchen towel.
03 - Toss dried fries in a mixing bowl with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, pepper, and cornstarch if using until evenly coated.
04 - Preheat air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes.
05 - Arrange seasoned fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if necessary. Air fry for 15-20 minutes, shaking basket halfway through cooking until golden and crispy.
06 - While fries cook, combine mayonnaise, minced garlic, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning as needed.
07 - Transfer hot sweet potato fries to serving vessels and present garlic aioli in a small serving bowl on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're crispy on the outside and tender inside without any of the oil-soaked heaviness you get from deep frying.
  • The garlic aioli is so addictive that you'll find yourself making extra just to have leftovers (trust me on this).
  • Prep time is genuinely fifteen minutes, meaning you can satisfy a craving without abandoning your whole afternoon.
02 -
  • Skipping the soak step will haunt you—you'll get limp, starchy fries no matter how long you air fry them, and nothing fixes that.
  • Shaking the basket midway through isn't optional; it's the difference between fries that cook evenly and ones with burnt edges and soft centers.
03 -
  • Don't store cooked fries in a closed container—they'll steam and lose crispness within minutes, so leave them uncovered until they cool.
  • If you absolutely must reheat them, use the air fryer for just three to four minutes at 180°C rather than the microwave, which will make them soggy.
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