Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries (Print Version)

Golden sweet potato fries with a creamy tangy onion dip, perfect for snacking or sides.

# Components:

→ Sweet Potato Fries

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into fries
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

→ Onion Dip

07 - 1 cup sour cream
08 - 1/2 cup mayonnaise
09 - 1 small yellow onion, finely diced
10 - 1 tablespoon olive oil
11 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
12 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives, finely chopped
14 - 1/2 teaspoon salt
15 - 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

# Method:

01 - In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato fries with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
02 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Arrange fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket, cooking in batches if necessary.
03 - Air fry for 15 to 20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until fries are crisp and golden brown.
04 - While fries cook, heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a small skillet over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté for 5 to 7 minutes until soft and lightly golden.
05 - In a medium bowl, combine sour cream, mayonnaise, sautéed onion, onion powder, garlic powder, chives, salt, and black pepper. Stir until well blended.
06 - Serve the hot sweet potato fries immediately with the onion dip on the side.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Effortless Preparation: The air fryer does the heavy lifting, creating a perfect texture in minutes.
  • Complex Flavor: The combination of smoked paprika and sautéed onions provides a sophisticated taste profile.
  • Versatile: Ideal as a vegetarian and gluten-free snack for any occasion.
  • Homemade Quality: Freshly sautéed onions elevate the dip far beyond store-bought versions.
02 -
  • Maximum Crispiness: Soak the cut sweet potatoes in cold water for 30 minutes, then dry them thoroughly before tossing with oil and seasonings.
  • Prep Ahead: You can sauté the onions for the dip in advance and keep them chilled until you are ready to mix the dip.
  • Even Cutting: Try to cut the sweet potato fries into uniform sizes so they all finish cooking at the same time.
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