Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes Recipe
Crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes seasoned with a blend of spices and a quick microwave step to achieve perfectly tender and golden bites. This easy recipe enhances the sweet potatoes' natural sweetness while delivering a deliciously crisp exterior using the air fryer.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 25 minutes
- Yield: 3-4 servings
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Sweet Potatoes
- 1 lb sweet potatoes
Seasonings
- 3 tsp avocado oil
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp cumin
- 1/4 tsp black pepper
Instructions
- Prep potatoes: Wash, peel, and dice the sweet potatoes into approximately 1/2 inch cubes, making sure the pieces are roughly the same size for even cooking.
- Microwave the sweet potatoes: Place the diced sweet potatoes into a microwave-safe bowl with 1/4 cup of water. Microwave on high for 2.5 minutes, stir gently, then microwave for another 2.5 minutes until the potatoes are fork tender. Alternatively, boil the sweet potatoes until fork tender if you prefer not to microwave.
- Add seasoning and stir: To the bowl with the cooked sweet potatoes, add avocado oil, kosher salt, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and black pepper. If some water remains in the bowl, that’s fine—it helps the oil and spices coat the potatoes more effectively. Stir everything vigorously with a fork for one to two minutes to lightly nick the cubes and ensure an even coating of seasoning.
- Air Fry the sweet potatoes: Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Place the seasoned sweet potato cubes in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Cook for about 10 minutes, shaking the basket once or twice during cooking to promote even crisping and browning.
Notes
- If you do not have a microwave, boiling the potatoes until fork tender is an excellent alternative before seasoning.
- Keeping sweet potato cubes similar in size ensures uniform cooking and texture.
- Shaking the air fryer basket during cooking is important for crispy results on all sides.
- Using avocado oil adds a mild flavor and high smoke point ideal for air frying.
- Adjust seasoning quantities to taste if you prefer a milder or stronger spice profile.
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