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Home » Main Dish » Vegetarian » Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

5 from 4 votes
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Total 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Serves 4 servings

By: Mariam Ezzeddine  |  November 29, 2020This post may contain affiliate links, read my disclosure policy for details

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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries come out insanely crispy with no oily mess! Seasoned with paprika and served with a homemade spicy tomato sauce, these healthy fries will be your new favorite side or snack!

Top down shot of sweet potato fries in a red basket.

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries are so satisfying and so easy to make! Using the air fryer is much healthier than frying, and reduces the fat and calories, without losing flavor. These golden fries are perfectly seasoned and come with a habanero tomato sauce, perfect for dipping!

If you’re looking for other delicious side dishes, why not also try my Easy Potatoes Gratin and my Parmesan Herbed Potatoes!

Why you’ll love these Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

  • Super crispy fries. These sweet potato fries come out golden crisp with a fluffy middle, so satisfying.
  • Healthier fries. Sweet potatoes are healthier than potatoes and cooked in less oil, this makes them a healthier alternative to regular fries.
  • A delicious homemade tomato sauce. These fries are made for dipping! Good thing this recipe includes a spicy, tangy habanero tomato sauce.
  • Easy fries. The air fryer makes cooking fires super simple. 15 mins from pantry to table and no mess!

Ingredients you’ll need

  • Japanese Sweet Potatoes
  • Paprika
  • Salt
  • Avocado Oil
  • Sauce – tomato, olive oil, onion, tomato paste, salt, habanero
Japanese sweet potatoes
Japanese Sweet Potatoes

How to make Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

  • Cut the potatoes – Slice the sweet potatoes into 1/4 inch slices. Rinse and dry.
  • Slices of sweet potato next to a knife.
  • Coating sweet potato slices in a bowl.
  • Season the potatoes – In a bowl with olive oil and seasoning, coat the sweet potato slices.
Top down shot of sweet potato slices in the air fryer.
  • Cook – In batches, line the air fryer with the sweet potato slices. Cook for 8-10 mins.
Top down shot of mixing sauce ingredients in a bowl.
  • Make the sauce – In a pan with olive oil, sauté the onion then add diced tomatoes and habanero pepper, add tomato paste and season. Cook for 8-10 mins on low heat.
  • Serve and enjoy!

Recipe notes and tips

  • Make sure to preheat the air fryer.
  • Be sure to cut your fries into similar sized slices.
  • Don’t overcrowd the basket, cook in batches if needed.
  • Turn the fries halfway through cooking, for an even crispiness.
  • To check doneness you open up the air fryer and check near the end of the cook.
  • You can leave out the habanero from the sauce, if you want less heat.
Hand dipping a sweet potato fry into tomato sauce.

FAQ’s

How to cut Sweet Potato Fries

One of the tricks to getting super crispy sweet potato fries is to cut them as thinly. Use a sharp knife and cutting board, cut the fries into roughly 1/4 inch slices. Cut the sweet potato vertical slices then place them flat side down and cut into fries.

It’s fine if the fries are a bit uneven, the shape of all sweet potatoes are different, but the more consistent you cut the fries, the more evenly they’ll cook. 

Should I soak the fries before cooking them?

Soaking regular white potatoes helps remove starch and makes them more crispy BUT soaking sweet potatoes doesn’t seem to make much difference, so just a quick rinse needed.

What to serve with these Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

These crispy fries are a great snack or side. Here’s some ideas for mains to serve with them.

  • Spinach Stuffed Chicken Breast
  • Air Fryer Chicken Wing Recipe
  • Spicy Lemon Baked Tilapia Recipe
  • BBQ Teriyaki Chicken Skewers
  • Best Chicken Parmesan Recipe
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Other delicious side dishes

  • Easy Mashed Sweet Potatoes
  • Roasted Brussels Sprouts
  • Jicama Fries
  • Cheesy Potato Stacks

I hope you enjoy all the recipes I share with you, including this delicious Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries recipe. I hope you try it, enjoy it, rate it and share it with your friends and family!

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Top down shot of sweet potato fries in a basket.

Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

5 from 4 votes
Created by Mariam E.
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries come out insanely crispy with no oily mess! Seasoned with paprika and served with a homemade spicy tomato sauce
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 15 mins
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
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Ingredients

  • 4 medium Japanese Sweet Potatoes peeled
  • 1/2 tsp. paprika
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1 tbsp. avocado oil

Sauce

  • 1 large tomato petite diced
  • 1 tbsp. olive oil
  • 1/2 small onion petite diced
  • 1 tbsp. tomato paste
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1 whole Habanero pepper finely chopped, optional to make it spicy

Instructions

  • Pre-heat air fryer to 400 degrees F.
  • Cut the potatoes into 1/4 inch thick fries. Rinse and pat dry.
  • In a bowl, coat the potatoes with olive oil, paprika and salt.
  • Line the air fryer basket with the fries, leaving space between the pieces. Do them in 2-3 batches so you don't over crowd the fryer.
  • Cook for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown, shaking the basket half way through.
  • To prepare the sauce, sauté the diced onions with the olive oil until translucent, then add in the diced tomatoes and finely chopped habanero pepper. Sauté for a couple of minutes then add in the tomato paste and salt. Mix well and lower the heat to simmer. Cook for 8-10 minutes on low heat.
  • When both the sauce and fries are ready, serve together and enjoy.

Notes

  • Make sure to preheat the air fryer.
  • Be sure to cut your fries into similar sized slices.
  • Don’t overcrowd the basket, cook in batches if needed.
  • Turn the fries halfway through cooking, for an even crispiness.
  • To check doneness you open up the air fryer and check near the end of the cook.
  • You can leave out the habanero from the sauce, if you want less heat.

Nutrition

Calories: 276kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 515mg | Potassium: 934mg | Fiber: 8g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 32801IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 2mg
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  1. Teresa Shields says

    December 27, 2022 at 1:40 pm

    5 stars
    I am new to using an air fryer and was looking for a recipe for sweet potato fries. I used the Murasaki sweet potatoes and seasoned them with garlic powder, garlic herb seasoning, and crazy salt. They were delicious!

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    • Mariam Ezzeddine says

      December 30, 2022 at 10:36 am

      Happy you enjoyed the recipe! Thanks for leaving a review!

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