Masala Sweet Potato Fries (Air Fryer)

5 from 36 votes

Masala Sweet Potato Fries (Air Fryer)

Sweet potato fries are a popular and flavorful alternative to traditional French fries. Made from sliced sweet potatoes, they are known for their slightly sweet taste and crispy texture. In this recipe, I am using Indian-style seasoning which gives a combination of sweet and earthy flavors.

Prep Time10

Cook Time10

Total Time20

Course: Appetizer, Snack

Cuisine: All, Indian

Servings:

Calories: 88kcal

Author: Shilpa Kerur

Equipment

Air fryer

Ingredients

2 medium sweet potatoes
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon cornstarch
½ teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon salt (adjust as per taste)
½ teaspoon chaat masala

Instructions

Wash and clean the sweet potato. Pat dry using a kitchen towel.
Slice off both edges. Cut each sweet potato in half.
Place it vertically on the board and cut into four parts (see pictures).
Cut each part into four parts. This will give you ¼-inch thick strips.
Repeat with the rest of the sweet potato.
Combine the cut sweet potato with olive oil, cornflour, chili powder, salt, and chaat masala. Mix everything well.
Preheat the air fryer to 350 F (180 C) for 2 minutes. Lightly brush the air fryer basket with some oil
Place the fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
Air fry for 8-10 minutes. Shake the basket at the 5-minute mark.
Serve hot with dip of your choice.

Notes

Make sure all the fries are cut with the same thickness. This way they will cook evenly.

Cornstarch helps give a nice crispy texture to these fries. Do not skip it.

Preheat the air fryer before placing the fries. Also, brush the air fryer basket with some oil and then place the fries.

Place the fries in a single layer without overcrowding the basket.

I prefer to leave the skin on for crispier fries. You may peel the sweet potato if you prefer it that way.

Shake the air fryer basket midway. This will help in cooking the fries evenly.

Keep an eye after the 8-minute mark and take them out when they are just done. If you overcook the sweet potatoes, the fries will turn soggy.

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