Description
These Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges are a deliciously healthy snack or side dish, featuring perfectly seasoned and tender wedges with a crispy edge. Using an air fryer allows for quick cooking with less oil while maintaining a satisfying crunch. The combination of nutritional yeast, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and fresh herbs gives them a flavorful and savory profile that's great for any meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (cut into wedges)
- 1 1/2 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 2 tsp nutritional yeast
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp salt (plus more to taste)
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
For Garnish
- Minced fresh parsley or cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat the Air Fryer: Preheat your air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 5 minutes to ensure it reaches the optimal temperature for crisping the sweet potato wedges.
- Season the Sweet Potatoes: In a large mixing bowl, place the cut sweet potato wedges. Drizzle them with olive oil or avocado oil, then add salt, nutritional yeast, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper. Gently toss the wedges to evenly coat each piece with the seasoning.
- Arrange in Air Fryer Basket: Spread the seasoned sweet potato wedges evenly in the air fryer basket. Arrange them so that they do not overlap, though they can touch each other to allow proper air circulation for crispiness.
- Air Fry: Cook the wedges at 375°F for 10 minutes. Check for doneness; the wedges should be fork-tender with crispy edges. If they need more time, air fry for an additional 2 to 5 minutes depending on the thickness and your preferred texture.
- Season and Garnish: Once cooked, season the wedges to taste with additional salt and pepper if desired. Sprinkle with minced fresh parsley or cilantro for a fresh, vibrant finish. Serve hot with your choice of sauces like gochujang aioli or ketchup.
- Enjoy and Rate: Enjoy your crispy sweet potato wedges! If you liked this recipe, please consider leaving a rating or review to support the recipe creator.
Notes
- Cut sweet potato wedges uniformly to ensure even cooking.
- Adjust cooking time based on the thickness of wedges and air fryer model.
- Use avocado oil as a higher smoke point alternative to olive oil if preferred.
- Additional seasonings like chili powder or cayenne can be added for heat.
- Serve immediately for best texture; leftovers may lose crispiness.
- Pair with dipping sauces such as aioli, ketchup, or a spicy mayo for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
