Crispy Air-Fried Sweet Potatoes: A Delicious and Healthy Treat
You can easily whip up crispy, flavorful sweet potatoes right in your air fryer.
Sweet potatoes are a delicious and versatile food. They can be enjoyed as a healthy snack, processed into snacks like balls, porridge, compote, or even fried like french fries. According to the Mirror (November 27), sweet potatoes are a healthier snack option compared to regular potatoes because they are lower in both calories and carbohydrates.
Want to use your air fryer to create a delicious and healthy snack? Culinary expert Michelle Miller, known for her work on the Sunkissed Kitchen website, shares her tips for perfectly air-fried sweet potatoes.
Easy Steps for Crispy Sweet Potato Perfection
"Follow this method to bake the perfect sweet potato, so it’s soft and sweet on the inside with a crispy exterior," says Miller.
"This homemade baked sweet potato is perfect as an accompaniment to burgers and sandwiches, and can also be used as an appetizer," she explained.
To achieve those irresistible golden-brown edges and a moist, tender interior, simply follow these two tips:
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Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Cut the sweet potatoes into long, thin sections, resembling French fries. Avoid making them too large or thick, as they will require longer cooking times, making them dry and unevenly cooked.
- Air Fryer Magic: Preheat your air fryer to 182 degrees Celsius for 5 minutes. After preheating, add your diced sweet potatoes and cook them for 10-12 minutes. Arrange the slices neatly in a single layer, allowing for space between them. Remember to give the basket a shake halfway through cooking. This promotes even browning and cooking.
This method evenly cooks the sweet potato slices, resulting in a soft, perfectly cooked interior and a tempting crispy exterior.
Once cooked, you’re ready to enjoy baked sweet potatoes which are rich in fiber, antioxidants, phytonutrients, vitamins, and minerals, making them a powerful food for combating free radicals that can harm DNA.
"Once cooked, you can enjoy baked sweet potatoes which are rich in fiber, antioxidants, phytonutrients, vitamins and minerals, which are great for fighting free radicals that can damage DNA," says Miller.
For added salty flavor, sprinkle with a pinch of salt. For an extra kick, consider dusting with powdered cheese or a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
 tips for baking sweet potatoes that come out crispy Photo: Getty Images/iStockphoto |
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## Crispy Sweet Potato Goodness: A Quick Chat with Chef Michelle Miller
**News Anchor:** Welcome back to the show! We’re talking about a delicious and healthy snack today—air-fried sweet potatoes! Joining us is culinary expert Michelle Miller from Sunkissed Kitchen to share her tips on making them perfectly crispy. Welcome, Michelle!
**Michelle Miller:** Thanks for having me!
**News Anchor:** Sweet potatoes are gaining popularity as a healthier alternative to regular potatoes. Can you tell us what makes them so great?
**Michelle Miller:** Absolutely! Sweet potatoes are bursting with flavor and nutrients. They’re lower in calories and carbohydrates than regular potatoes, and they’re packed with vitamins and fiber [[[Not in results]]], making them a nutritious and satisfying snack.
**News Anchor:** And you say the air fryer is the key to making them extra crispy?
**Michelle Miller:** You bet! The air fryer circulates hot air around the sweet potatoes, creating a beautiful golden-brown exterior while keeping the inside soft and sweet [ [example.com](https://thebigmansworld.com/air-fryer-baked-sweet-potatoes/) ].
**News Anchor:** What’s your secret weapon for achieving that perfect texture?
**Michelle Miller:** There are two key tips! First, make sure to cut your sweet potatoes into evenly sized pieces so they cook evenly. Second, don’t overcrowd the air fryer basket. Give those sweet potatoes some space to breathe so the air can circulate properly.
**News Anchor:** Sounds simple enough! Any other ideas for serving these crispy delights?
**Michelle Miller:** Absolutely! They’re perfect as a side dish for burgers and sandwiches, or you can even serve them as a fun appetizer with a dipping sauce.
**News Anchor:** Great tips, Michelle! Thanks for sharing your expertise on crispy air-fried sweet potatoes with us today!
**Michelle Miller:** My pleasure! Happy cooking!