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Making air fryer sweet potato cubes is a quick and simple way to prepare a delicious side dish! This recipe only needs four ingredients and in less than twenty minutes, you have delicious, soft sweet potato cubes!
QUICK AND EASY AIR FRYER SWEET POTATO CUBES
This recipe makes the best sweet potato chunks, that are crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. You will love their caramelized flavor and simple, yet delicious seasonings.
You also can adjust the seasonings to fit your meal and taste preferences, making the options for this recipe nearly endless!
Pop the sweet potato in the air fryer while making your main dish for easy dinners any night of the week! They made a perfect side dish paired with air fryer chicken drumsticks, air fryer salmon, or air fryer garlic steak bites.
INGREDIENTS
Sweet Potato – choose two to three medium sweet potatoes that are bright in color and firm with smooth skin. If you can’t find sweet potatoes, garnet yams can also work in a pinch.
Olive Oil – extra light olive oil is best when using an air fryer because it has a high smoke point. Alternatively, you can use avocado oil or grapeseed oil.
Black Pepper – ground black pepper adds a fragrant punch to the sweetness of the potatoes. For the best flavor, use freshly ground pepper.
Garlic Powder – use finely ground garlic powder. You can alternatively use garlic granules if you have them on hand.
HOW TO MAKE AIR FRYER SWEET POTATO CUBES
STEP 1: Rinse the sweet potatoes under cold running water, then pat them dry with a towel. Remove the skin by peeling the potatoes with a vegetable peeler.
STEP 2: Using a sharp knife, cut the skinned potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
STEP 3: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cubed potatoes, olive oil, and spices. Mix with a spatula to evenly coat the potatoes.
STEP 4: Preheat the air fryer to 400º F.
STEP 5: Once the air fryer is preheated, add the seasoned potatoes to the prepared air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure not to overlap any of the cubes for even cooking.
STEP 6: Air fry the potatoes at 400 degrees F for 15-20 minutes, shake the basket halfway through the cooking time, until crispy.
TIPS
- Preheat the air fryer-Before you prepare the potatoes, preheat your air fryer. This will help cook the potatoes faster and make them crispier because the air fryer will already be at the needed temperature. If your air fryer model does not have a preheat option, just leave the basket empty and air fry at 400 degrees F for 3 minutes.
- Don’t overcrowd the air fryer- If you cannot lay the potato cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket without overlapping them, cook in several batches.
- Flip halfway-Flip the potatoes halfway through the recommended cooking time so the cubes cook evenly on all sides. It is also a good opportunity to check on the potatoes and gauge if you need to reduce or increase the amount of cooking time.
- Adjust the temperature and cooking time as needed. This recipe was made using the Cosori Air Fryer. If you’re using a different air fryer, you may need to adjust your cooking time accordingly.
VARIATIONS
- For savory sweet potatoes, sprinkle the sweet potatoes with chili powder, onion powder, and paprika. Or, dust with ground cinnamon and a tablespoon of maple syrup before serving for a sweet and warming flavor profile.
- For a little extra heat, sprinkle sweet potatoes with a pinch of cayenne pepper and an extra pinch of salt.
FAQS
HOW DO I STORE LEFTOVERS?
Allow air fried sweet potatoes to cool completely before storing them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2-3 days.
HOW DO I REHEAT LEFTOVER CUBES?
Reheat leftovers in the air fryer for 2-3 minutes until heated through. Leftovers can also be stored in a freezer-safe container in the freezer for up to 3 months.
WHAT CAN I SERVE WITH THESE SWEET POTATOES?
Because these potatoes have a natural sweetness to them, they are the perfect subtle side dish to so many dishes! A few of our favorite meals to serve with this recipe are: air fryer pork tenderloin, air fryer blackened salmon bites, or even air fryer country style ribs.
You can also enjoy them alongside air fryer vegetable kebabs or air fryer bacon wrapped asparagus for a delicious veggie-forward feast!
CAN I USE FROZEN SWEET POTATO CUBES?
I suggest using fresh sweet potatoes for the best flavor. However, you can add frozen sweet potatoes to the air fryer and cook as directed. Keep in mind that you may have to add a few minutes to the cooking time to achieve the same golden-caramelized result.
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Air Fryer Sweet Potato Cubes
Equipment
- 1 Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 3 medium sweet potatoes
- 1.5 Tablespoons olive oil
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400º F (200º C). Prepare the air fryer basket by lining it with parchment paper, brushing it with olive oil, or spraying it with nonstick cooking spray.
- Rinse sweet potatoes under cold running water. Pat them dry with a towel. Remove the skin by peeling the potatoes with a vegetable peeler.
- Cut the skinned potatoes into 1-inch cubes.
- In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cubed potatoes, olive oil, and spices. Mix with a spatula to evenly coat the potatoes.
- Add the seasoned potatoes to the prepared air fryer basket in a single layer, making sure not to overlap any of the cubes for even cooking.
- Air fry the potatoes for 15-20 minutes, tossing halfway through the cooking time, until crispy. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
