Perfect Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes
These air fryer sweet potatoes are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, making them a wonderful quick side dish.
recipesbynani.comThere is nothing quite like a sweet potato that has been roasted until the edges are caramelized. Using the air fryer cuts the cooking time down significantly, so you can have this nutritious side dish ready for dinner in no time at all.
My favorite thing about this recipe is how versatile it is. You can keep it simple with just salt and pepper, or add a bit of cinnamon if you want something sweet. Just be sure to cut your cubes into uniform sizes so they all finish cooking at the same time.
🧺 Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
👩🍳Instructions
- 1
Preheat your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit.
- 2
Place the cubed sweet potatoes in a large bowl and drizzle them with olive oil.
- 3
Sprinkle the salt, pepper, and paprika over the potatoes. Toss everything together until the cubes are evenly coated.
- 4
Transfer the potatoes to the air fryer basket, spreading them out in a single layer to ensure they get crispy.
- 5
Cook for 15 to 20 minutes, making sure to shake the basket halfway through the cooking time.
- 6
Check that the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork and serve immediately.
💡 Tips
These potatoes are best served fresh, but you can store any leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days. To reheat them and bring back some of that crisp texture, pop them back into the air fryer for a few minutes at 350 degrees.
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