Spicy Air-Fryer Sweet Potato Fries
A second sweet potato fry article, this one warmer and spicier: paprika, cayenne, and a quick cornstarch trick for better edges.
This is a volume-friendly air-fryer article in the best sense: familiar food, a real photo, and a slightly different lane from the version already in the archive. A second sweet potato fry article, this one warmer and spicier: paprika, cayenne, and a quick cornstarch trick for better edges.
The basket does the useful work here — concentrated heat, browned edges, and less oil than the stovetop version. Keep the pieces even, shake once or twice, and let the last two minutes decide the colour.
Method
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Soak briefly
Soak cut fries in cold water for 20 minutes if you have time, then dry extremely well.
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Dust
Toss with cornstarch first, then oil, spices, and salt.
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Air fry
Cook at 380°F for 16–20 minutes in batches, shaking every 6 minutes.
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Serve
Finish with lime and another pinch of salt while hot.