Crispy Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries with a Spicy Kick

Ingredients

• 3 small sweet potatoes (scrubbed and rinsed well. Peeling is optional( 12 oz))
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder

Instructions

1. 1

   Preheat the air fryer to 400°F. Cut each potato into even 1/4 inch thick sticks. Add potatoes to cold water and allow to soak for 15 minutes.

2. 2

   Drain out all of the water and place the potato wedges on a kitchen towel. Dry them well and place in a medium sized mixing bowl.

3. 3

   Sprinkle over the cornstarch and toss or mix with a spatula so that the potatoes get evenly coated. Toss with olive oil, salt, garlic powder, cayenne and black pepper.

4. 4

   Add the fries to the air fryer basket and air fry at 400°F for 12 mins. Shake Half way through. Add 2 minutes in the end for extra crispy!