33 minutes4 servingsair fry

Basic Sweet Potato Fries

By Instant Pot Culinary Team

4 Servings

33 Minutes

Easy

Recipe Details

Course: Appetizers, Dinner, Lunch, Side Dish

Difficulty: Easy

Prep Time: 20 minutes

Cook Time: 13 minutes

Total Time: 33 Minutes

Cooking Technique: Air Fryer, Vortex Air Fryer, Vortex Air Fryer Oven

Cuisine: American

Diet: Halal, Keto, Kosher, Low Calorie, Paleo, Vegan, Vegetarian

Yield: 4 Servings

Ingredients

2 lbs sweet potatoes
2 tbsp vegetable oil
1 tsp black pepper
1 tbsp cornstarch
Water
1 tbsp salt

Freshly made sweet potato fries have never been easier! This recipe uses cornstarch to give the fries an extra crispy crunch, and follows the traditional "double fry" method to ensure an even cook. Impress your family with homemade, healthier fries, and serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

INSTRUCTIONS

Cut the sweet potatoes into ¼ inch sticks, 4 - 5 inches long
Soak the sweet potato sticks in a medium mixing bowl with lukewarm water, allow them to sit for 5 minutes to remove any excess starch. Strain and pat dry
In the same clean mixing bowl, mix the sweet potato with 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 1 teaspoon black pepper, and 1 tablespoon cornstarch. Toss to evenly coat.
Air fry the sweet potatoes in batches so as not to overcrowd the basket. Sprinkle each batch of raw sweet potato fries with salt immediately before frying. Salting ahead of time will draw moisture out of the sweet potatoes, making them soggy and less crispy.
Air Fry each batch at 400°F / 205°C for 10 minutes
Remove the sweet potatoes from the basket, pat dry, and allow to cool for 2-3 minutes. Air fry again for an additional 3 minutes at 400°F / 205°C for extra crispy fries
Continue the salting and air frying process until all the batches are complete. Serve warm with dipping sauces, as an appetizer, or on the side of your favorite sandwich!

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