Crispy Sweet Potato Fries Delight (Printable View)

Delicious air fryer sweet potato fries with zesty chipotle aioli.

# What You’ll Need:

→ Sweet Potato Fries

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4-inch sticks
02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
05 - 1/2 tsp sea salt
06 - 1/4 tsp black pepper

→ Chipotle Aioli

07 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
08 - 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, minced
09 - 1 tsp adobo sauce (from the chipotle can)
10 - 1 clove garlic, minced
11 - 1 tbsp fresh lime juice
12 - 1/4 tsp salt

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 190°C (375°F).
02 - In a large bowl, toss sweet potato sticks with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange the fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Cook in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding.
04 - Air fry for 15–18 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until fries are crisp and golden brown.
05 - While fries are cooking, make the chipotle aioli: In a small bowl, mix together mayonnaise, minced chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, garlic, lime juice, and salt until smooth.
06 - Serve sweet potato fries hot with chipotle aioli on the side for dipping.

# Best Practices:

01 -
  • You can enjoy the crispiness of fried sweet potatoes without all the oil.
  • This zesty aioli adds the perfect smoky kick that keeps you coming back for more.
02 -
  • Don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket; it’s essential for that crispy finish.
  • Using fresh lime juice instead of bottled makes a noticeable difference in the aioli's flavor.
03 -
  • Cut your sweet potatoes into sticks ahead of time and soak them in water to improve texture.
  • A sprinkle of fresh herbs after cooking can take the dish up a notch.
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