These Quick Air Fryer Frozen Sweet Potato Fries are a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional deep-fried sweet potato fries. Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside!
Do you get tired of feeling bad about eating fries? Have no fear, because I'm about to reveal one of the best kept snack secrets: air fryer frozen sweet potato fries!
They're the Beyonce of the fries, fierce, crispy, and always on point.
Who needs a deep fryer when you can have the crispy exterior and soft and tender interior of a sweet potato fry in a fraction of the time?
And the best part? They're so easy to make, even a muggle could do it.
Like my air fryer roasted canned potatoes, just toss them in the air fryer, set the timer and voila! Perfectly crispy fries in no time!
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🍟 Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside.
- Cook quickly without the need for added oil.
- A healthier alternative to deep-fried sweet potato fries.
- Convenient and simple to prepare.
- Ideal as a side dish or snack with any meal.
Don't even get me started on how versatile an air fryer can be; you can fry, roast, and bake all kinds of frozen treats, from chicken nuggets to french fries and frozen onion rings!
Cooking frozen sweet potato fries in an air fryer is a total game-changer.
Not only do you get that satisfying crunch without all the added oil of traditional deep-frying, but your kitchen will also thank you for not having to deal with the mess and lingering smell.
So go ahead and give these bad boys a shot. They're waiting for you in the frozen aisle, and trust me, they won't let you down.
🥗 Serving Suggestions
Serve your golden and crispy air fryer sweet potato fries alone for a scrumptious quick snack or serve them alongside:
- Next to Individual Puff Pastry Quiches.
- Dip them in a homemade pesto.
- Piece of meat such as beef steak or chicken schnitzel.
- With a Vegetable White Sauce Lasanga.
- Hearty green garden salad.
🍴 Equipment
- Air fryer - from a basic inexpensive air fryer to a more deluxe version, any air fryer will work to make these sweet potato fries.
📋 Ingredient Notes
- Frozen sweet potato fries - these can be found in the freezer/frozen aisle of your local supermarket.
- Salt - to season and serve the cooked fries.
🔪 Step By Step Instructions (with photos)
There is a full and detailed recipe card at the bottom of this post.
Step one: Place the fries in the basket of your air fryer. TIP: to ensure crispy fries, do not overcrowd the basket, instead, cook them in single-layer batches.
Step two: Set the air fryer temperature to 400ºF (200ºC) and cook for 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket occasionally during cooking.
Step three: Once cooked, remove from the basket and serve seasoned with salt and your choice of dips if desired. Enjoy!
💭 Expert Tips
- Don't overcrowd the basket - cook your fries in a single layer, not overcrowding the basket. This will prevent soggy fries and it will make sure the hot air is circulating properly and the fries cook evenly.
- Shake the basket - to ensure even cooking, shake the basket occasionally as they cook. This will prevent the fries from sticking together and ensure they cook evenly.
- Keep an eye on them - keep an eye on the fries as they cook, as cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of the fries and the power of your air fryer. The ends can burn quickly if left too long.
- Let them cool - after removing the fries from your air fryer, let them cool for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the fries to firm up and become even crispier - AMAZING!
⏲️ Storage Instructions
Store leftover cooked fries by first allowing them to cool completely and then placing them in an airtight container and storing them in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
To freeze cooked fries, cool them first and then place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for about 2 hours, or until completely frozen. Then, place the frozen fries in a large zip-lock bag or an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
Reheat fries straight from the fridge or freezer in the air fryer at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees celsius) for 10-15 minutes or until they are crispy again and heated. Avoid reheating them in the microwave as it can make them soggy.
💬 Recipe FAQ's
No, you do not need to thaw the frozen sweet potato fries before adding them to your air fryer. Simply place them in the basket and cook as directed.
400 degrees Fahrenheit or 200 degrees celsius.
Cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the fries and the brand you use, but generally it takes 8-15 minutes at 400 degrees Fahrenheit in an air fryer.
The main reason they can turn soggy is because the air fryer basket is overcrowded with the fries. For the best crispy results, cook the fries in one layer batches, making sure a small gap is between each fry for the air to circulate properly.
No, you do not need to preheat your air fryer to cook these frozen sweet potato fries. Simply place them in your basket and cook!
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📖 Recipe
Quick Air Fryer Frozen Sweet Potato Fries
Equipment
- 1 air fryer
Ingredients
- 17 oz (500g) frozen sweet potato fries
- Salt, to serve
Instructions
- Place fries in the basket of your air fryer. TIP: to ensure crispy fries, do not overcrowd the basket, instead, cook them in single-layer batches.
- Set the air fryer temperature to 400ºF (200ºC) and cook for 10-15 minutes, shaking the basket occasionally during cooking.
- Once cooked, remove from basket and serve seasoned with salt and your choice of dips if desired.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Don't overcrowd the basket - cook your fries in a single layer, not overcrowding the basket. This will prevent soggy fries and it will make sure the hot air is circulating properly and the fries cook evenly.
- Shake the basket - to ensure even cooking, shake the basket occasionally as they cook. This will prevent the fries from sticking together and ensure they cook evenly.
- Keep an eye on them - keep an eye on the fries as they cook, as cooking times may vary depending on the thickness of the fries and the power of your air fryer. The ends can burn quickly if left too long.
- Let them cool - after removing the fries from your air fryer, let them cool for a few minutes before serving. This will allow the fries to firm up and become even crispier.
- Store leftover cooked fries by first allowing them to cool completely and then placing them in an airtight container and storing in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- To freeze cooked fries, cool them first and then place them in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for about 2 hours, or until completely frozen. Then, place the frozen fries in a large zip-lock bag or an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months.
- Reheat fries straight from the fridge or freezer in the air fryer at 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees celsius) for 10-15 minutes or until they are crispy again and heated. Avoid reheating them in the microwave as it can make them soggy.
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