Sweet potato fries sound easy, but they often come out soft and uneven. This version keeps things simple and uses one small trick to get crisp edges without turning the inside dry.
Difficulty
Easy
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
14–16 minutes
Total Time
About 25 minutes
Servings
2–3
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Ingredients
Instructions
- Peel the sweet potatoes if needed and cut them into even sticks, not too thin.
- Place them in a bowl and rinse briefly under cold water, then drain well.
- Pat dry thoroughly with a kitchen towel — moisture is the enemy here.
- Add the oil and toss until every piece is lightly coated.
- Sprinkle over the cornstarch, salt, paprika, garlic powder and pepper.
- Toss again until the fries look lightly dusty rather than wet.
- Preheat the air fryer to 190°C / 375°F.
- Spread the fries in a single layer, leaving small gaps between them.
- Cook for 8 minutes, shake the basket, then cook another 6–8 minutes.
- Remove when the edges are browned and crisp, with soft centers.
Tips (one small change that matters)
If your fries keep turning soft, don’t add more oil — add space. Cooking in two batches makes a bigger difference than any seasoning.
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