Cajun Spiced Sweet Potato Fries (Printable Version)

Crispy sweet potato fries coated in vibrant Cajun spices, air-fried to golden perfection.

# Components:

→ Sweet Potatoes

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes (about 24.7 oz), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch fries

→ Seasonings

02 - 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1 teaspoon onion powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
07 - 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
08 - 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper, adjustable
09 - 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
10 - 1 teaspoon fine sea salt

→ Optional Garnish

11 - 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley

# Method Steps:

01 - Preheat the air fryer to 400°F for 3 minutes.
02 - In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato fries with olive oil to ensure even coating.
03 - Combine smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried oregano, dried thyme, cayenne pepper, black pepper, and sea salt in a small bowl.
04 - Sprinkle the spice blend over the sweet potatoes and toss thoroughly to coat each fry.
05 - Place the fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket, working in batches if needed to avoid overcrowding.
06 - Cook for 15 to 20 minutes, shaking the basket or turning the fries halfway through, until golden brown and crisp.
07 - Transfer to a serving plate, garnish with chopped parsley if desired, and serve immediately.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're ready in 20 minutes flat, which means you can satisfy a spice craving without planning ahead.
  • The air fryer does most of the work, leaving your hands free and your stovetop empty.
  • Crispy outside, tender inside, with a Cajun punch that tastes way more indulgent than something this healthy should be.
02 -
  • Soak your cut fries in cold water for 30 minutes, then dry them completely before seasoning—this starch trick transforms regular fries into genuinely crispy ones.
  • Halfway through cooking is non-negotiable; those 10 seconds of shaking make the difference between fries that are good and fries that are restaurant-quality.
03 -
  • Cut your fries as evenly as possible so they cook at the same rate—uniform thickness is the difference between some fries that are perfect and some that are overdone.
  • Don't skip the preheat; a hot air fryer basket means instant crisping, which seals in moisture and locks in flavor before anything has a chance to dry out.
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