Published: December 7, 2020 Modified: August 27, 2024 by Cathy Trochelman 7 Comments

Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

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Sweet Potato Fries are a delicious alternative to regular fries, and with this easy air fryer recipe, you can enjoy them anytime… without any of the guilt! Made with just a few simple ingredients, they come together quickly and are delicious all on their own or dipped in homemade curry ketchup!

Overhead shot of Sweet Potato Fries on a white plate with fresh parsley and curry ketchup

When it comes to fries, are you team regular or team sweet potato? I’m team sweet potato all the way, and this air fryer version is my new not-s0-guilty pleasure!

Ok… so what do I love about sweet potato fries? Well, for one, they’re packed with vitamins and antioxidants you don’t find in regular potatoes. Which automatically makes me feel better about eating them. But aside from that, I love fact that sweet potatoes are less starchy than regular potatoes and I especially love the slightly sweet flavor.

So… I figured… why not try them in the air fryer? And I’m SO glad I did. They came perfectly tender on the inside and crispy around the edges, and I love the fact that they’re made with hardly any oil.

Of course, Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries don’t have the same level of crispiness as fries cooked in oil, but they definitely have more crunch than baked fries. And they’re ready in a fraction of the time! The perfect healthier alternative that’s guaranteed to satisfy your cravings. Trust me… I would know!

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Side view of Sweet Potato Fries on a white plate

🍠 Ingredients

For the fries – 

  • 3 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds total)
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

For the curry ketchup – 

  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Sweet Potato Fries ingredients

📋 Instructions

  • Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Cut off the ends, cut into strips lengthwise, and cut each strip into several thin slices. (For even cooking, be sure fries are similar in size.)
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet potato slices, oil, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat.
  • Air fry at 390° F for 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes.
  • Remove from air fryer and season with additional salt as desired.
  • Serve with curry ketchup or your dipping sauce of choice.

Sweet Potatoes peeled and cut into fry shape

🧀 Recipe variations

  • Add additional seasonings to the olive oil mixture, such as curry powder, garlic powder, onion powder, or Cajun seasoning
  • Cut the potatoes into wedges instead of fries (increase air frying time accordingly)
  • Make them sweet by tossing them in a mixture of oil, cinnamon, and sugar
  • Sprinkle them with fresh grated Parmesan cheese as soon as they come out of the air fryer
  • Use a combination of regular and sweet potato fries and follow the recipe instructions

Sweet Potato Fries in an air fryer basket

 🍯 Dipping sauce suggestions

Sweet Potato Fries dipped in curry ketchup

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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet Potato Fries are a delicious alternative to regular fries, and with this easy air fryer recipe, you can enjoy them anytime... without any of the guilt! Made with just a few simple ingredients, they come together quickly and are delicious all on their own or dipped in homemade curry ketchup!
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Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: 6
Calories: 98kcal
Author: Cathy Trochelman

Ingredients

For the fries 

  • 3 medium sweet potatoes about 2 pounds total
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon pepper

For the curry ketchup

  • 1/2 cup ketchup
  • 2 teaspoons curry powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon honey
  • 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Instructions

  1. Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Cut off the ends, cut into strips lengthwise, and cut each strip into several thin slices. (For even cooking, be sure fries are similar in size.)
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet potato slices, oil, salt, and pepper. Toss well to coat.
  3. Air fry at 390° F for 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes.
  4. Remove from air fryer and season with additional salt as desired.
  5. Serve with curry ketchup or your dipping sauce of choice.

Notes

Recipe variations:
  • Add additional seasonings to the olive oil mixture, such as curry powder, garlic powder, onion powder, or Cajun seasoning
  • Cut the potatoes into wedges instead of fries (increase air frying time accordingly)
  • Make them sweet by tossing them in a mixture of oil, cinnamon, and sugar
  • Sprinkle them with fresh grated Parmesan cheese as soon as they come out of the air fryer
  • Use a combination of regular and sweet potato fries and follow the recipe instructions

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 98kcal | Carbohydrates: 19g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 392mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 9g

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