8 Delicious Ways to Cook Sweet Potatoes in an Air Fryer

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Sometimes you just want to diversify your usual side dishes, and sweet potatoes are perfect for culinary experiments. Sweet potatoes cook very quickly in an air fryer and get an appetizing crispy crust. We've gathered 8 of the best recipes with various spices and additions!

1. Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

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Just as good as any regular french fries!

You'll need: 600g sweet potatoes, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp ground coriander, 2 tsp regular or smoked paprika, salt.

Instructions: Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into sticks, then mix them thoroughly with olive oil, salt, and all the spices. Air fry for 12 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius, then stir and air fry for another 6-7 minutes.

2. Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Aromatic Herbs in an Air Fryer

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Minimum fat, maximum flavor – all benefits.

You'll need: 500g sweet potatoes, 2 sprigs of thyme or rosemary, 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, Provence herbs.

Instructions: Slice the sweet potatoes. Whether to peel them or not is up to you. Arrange the slices in a single layer in the air fryer basket, drizzle with oil, sprinkle with aromatic herbs, and add thyme. Air fry for 20-25 minutes at 190 degrees Celsius and salt at the end of cooking.

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3. Sweet Potatoes with Regular Potatoes in an Air Fryer

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And if you like, add carrots too!

You'll need: 250g sweet potatoes, 250g regular potatoes, 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, paprika, ground black pepper, Italian herbs, dried garlic.

Instructions: Peel and cut the sweet potatoes and regular potatoes into medium-sized pieces. Mix them with olive oil and all the spices, place them in the air fryer basket, and air fry for 25 minutes at 180-190 degrees Celsius. Stir several times during the process to ensure even cooking.

4. Whole Baked Sweet Potato in an Air Fryer

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We recommend serving it with a pat of butter.

You'll need: 2 sweet potatoes, 1 tbsp olive oil, salt, spices, aromatic herbs.

Instructions: Thoroughly wash and dry the sweet potatoes, then make several punctures with a fork on all sides. Brush the tubers with oil, sprinkle with spices, and place them in the air fryer basket. Air fry for about 30 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius, but note that cooking time depends on the size of the tubers and the air fryer model.

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5. Sweet Potatoes with Lemon Juice in an Air Fryer

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You can sprinkle the dish with fresh herbs when serving.

You'll need: 500g sweet potatoes, 2 tbsp olive oil, 1 tsp lemon juice, salt, khmeli suneli, paprika, ground black pepper.

Instructions: Peel and slice the sweet potatoes, drizzle them with oil and lemon juice, then mix with all the spices. Place everything in the air fryer basket and air fry for 20-25 minutes at 210 degrees Celsius. Stir once during the process.

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6. Sweet Potatoes with Vegetables in an Air Fryer

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A versatile side dish for any meat or a standalone lean meal.

You'll need: 2 sweet potatoes, 1 zucchini, 1 eggplant, 2 bell peppers, 1 head of cauliflower or broccoli, 1 onion, 3 tbsp olive oil, 1 tbsp grainy mustard, salt, spices.

Instructions: Roughly chop all the vegetables and mix them with oil, grainy mustard, salt, and spices. Place everything in the air fryer basket and air fry for 20-25 minutes at 200 degrees Celsius. Stir during the process.

7. Sweet Potatoes with Bacon in an Air Fryer

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The sweetness of sugar and the piquancy of bacon are very fitting here!

You'll need: 500g sweet potatoes, 2-3 slices of bacon, 30g brown sugar, 2 tbsp melted butter, salt, paprika, ground red pepper, other spices to taste.

Instructions: Peel, cut, and mix the sweet potatoes with sugar. Drizzle with melted butter, season, and mix again. Place in the air fryer basket, arrange bacon slices on top, and air fry for 25-30 minutes at 180 degrees Celsius.

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8. Baked Sweet Potatoes with Soy Sauce and Cheese in an Air Fryer

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Such simple tricks, but they really help to diversify a classic recipe.

You'll need: 500g sweet potatoes, 30g Parmesan cheese, 2-3 cloves garlic, 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp olive oil, salt, ground nutmeg, other spices to taste.

Instructions: Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into sticks. Separately mix soy sauce, olive oil, minced garlic, and spices. Pour the resulting marinade over the sweet potatoes and place everything in the air fryer basket. Air fry for approximately 20 minutes at 190 degrees Celsius, then stir, sprinkle with grated Parmesan, and air fry for another 5-7 minutes.