Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
Delicious and healthy air fryer sweet potato wedges that are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, perfect as a side dish or snack.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes Washed and peeled
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For coating the wedges
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt Adjust to taste
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- ½ teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional, for heat
- to taste fresh parsley or cilantro For garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then cut them into wedges about ½ inch thick.
- In a large bowl, combine sweet potato wedges with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, black pepper, and cayenne if using. Toss until evenly coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
Cooking
- Arrange the seasoned sweet potato wedges in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overlap.
- Cook for about 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through for even cooking. Cook until golden brown and crispy.
- Once done, remove wedges from the air fryer and garnish with fresh parsley or cilantro if desired.
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Notes
For extra crunch, soak the wedges in cold water for 30 minutes before seasoning. Customize seasonings for different flavors, such as cumin or cinnamon.