Airfryer Sweet Potato Recipe
To make air fryer sweet potatoes, start by peeling and cutting 2-3 medium sweet potatoes into 1/2 to 1-inch chunks. Toss the pieces with olive or avocado oil, and add seasonings like smoked paprika, garlic powder, or brown sugar. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F, then arrange the chunks in a single layer in the basket. Cook for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through. This method keeps them crispy and flavorful. Enjoy them as-is or explore various toppings. There's plenty more you can discover about enhancing this nutritious side dish.
Ingredients
- - 2-3 medium sweet potatoes
- - Olive or avocado oil
- - Harissa spice blend optional
- - Smoked paprika
- - Garlic powder
- - Brown sugar
- - Cinnamon
- - Salt
- - Pepper
Instructions
- Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1/2 to 1-inch chunks or cubes. Ensure the pieces are of similar size for even cooking.
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato chunks with a light coating of oil and your desired seasonings until they're well coated.
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (or 390°F if your recipe requires it).
- Arrange the seasoned sweet potato chunks in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Avoid overcrowding to guarantee they cook evenly.
- Cook the sweet potatoes for 10-12 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through to promote even cooking. Check for doneness by inserting a sharp knife or gently squeezing a potato.
- If they aren't fully cooked, add more cooking time, checking every few minutes until they reach your desired texture.
- Once cooked, remove the sweet potatoes from the air fryer and allow them to cool slightly before serving. For whole sweet potatoes, slice them in half before serving.
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