These Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges are a delicious side dish that is so quick and easy to make. Sweet potatoes are cut into wedges, covered with a light coating of oil and seasoning, then air fried until crispy and delicious. They are also vegan and gluten-free!
If you're anything like me, you love anything made with sweet potatoes. I love them in any form - fries, baked, mashed, cubed, you name it. And my new favorite is to cut them in wedges.
And by far the best way to cook these potato wedges is in an air fryer.
When they are cooked in the air fryer, they can be on the table in no time at all.
These homemade fries are coated in a light seasoning and air fried to perfection. But best of all, they taste absolutely phenomenal!
And because they're air fried, they require very little oil, making them a healthy option.
Like my very popular Air Fryer Crispy Sweet Potato Fries, these wedges are easy to make and come out crispy and delicious.
And because they are cut thick, like steak fries, they are heartier and more filling. And they are just as delicious as fries.
They make the perfect side dish for Meatloaf, Air Fryer Shrimp Tempura, or Smoked Chicken Thighs, or even as a snack on their own.
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❤️ Why you will love this recipe
- These air fryer potato wedges are super easy to make and are made with minimal ingredients!
- They make a great side dish or the perfect snack. Serve them alongside your favorite protein for a complete meal, or enjoy them on their own.
- They're deliciously addictive. The combination of sweet potatoes and air frying gives these wedges a crispy exterior that's irresistible.
- Steak fries are healthier than regular fries because there is more potato and less oil used.
- They're nutritious. Sweet potatoes are a great source of Vitamin A, potassium, and fiber. Air frying them helps to retain all of these nutrients. Plus, a fraction of oil is used when compared to deep frying.
- These wedges are versatile. You can use your favorite spices to change up the flavor.
- They're perfect for entertaining. Whether you're hosting a small gathering or a large party, these air fryer sweet potato wedges will be a hit with your guests!
🍠 Ingredients
These sweet potato wedges are made with simple ingredients you can easily find at your local grocery store.
- Sweet potatoes. I used organic sweet potatoes, so I just scrubbed the skin really well. If you don't have organic, I would suggest peeling them first. You can even use regular potatoes to make these easy wedges.
- Olive oil. I used olive oil, but you can also use avocado oil or vegetable oil. You can also use oil in spray form. I do not recommend using cooking spray as it can ruin the finish on your air fryer basket
- Salt. I used pink Himalayan sea salt as well as seasoning salt. You could also use table salt or kosher salt.
- Garlic powder. I used garlic powder, but you could also use garlic salt or garlic flakes.
- Paprika. Paprika adds great flavor to these wedges. For extra flavor, use smoked paprika.
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🔪 Step-by-step instructions
First, preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F.
Then, wash and dry the sweet potatoes. Pat them dry with a paper towel to remove excess moisture. Place the potatoes on a cutting board. Cut the potatoes into wedges.
To do this, cut the potatoes in half with a sharp knife. Then, put the flat side down on the cutting board and cut each half into 3 or 4 wedges.
Place the wedges into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle or spray olive oil over the wedges. Toss until each wedge is coated evenly in oil. I find it easiest to hold the bowl with two hands and give everything a good toss.
Sprinkle the seasoning blend over the wedges and give the bowl another little shake or two to coat the wedges evenly.
Place the seasoned wedges in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Set the cook time for 14 minutes.
Halfway through the cooking time, flip the wedges over. Spray with oil and sprinkle with seasoning salt.
The wedges are cooked when they are fork-tender and are crispy on the outside.
Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
Enjoy!
Hint: Make sure to spray the wedges with oil when you flip them; it makes them crispier and even more delicious.
📖 Variations
These crispy wedges can be made with a variety of seasonings; here are some great options to try:
- Season with seasoned salt and black pepper; it's simple and flavorful.
- Experiment with spices such as smoked paprika, Italian seasoning, onion powder, and Cajun seasoning.
- For a spicy twist, try seasoning them with cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes. You can also add black pepper or chili powder.
- If you're looking for a sweeter option, try tossing the wedges in cinnamon and sugar.
🍽 Equipment
To make this recipe, you will need an air fryer. I used my Instant Pot Vortex air fryer, a basket style, which gives me excellent results every time.
It preheats automatically and lets me know when to add the food, and it beeps to tell me when to flip the food halfway through the cooking time.
🌡️ Storage
- Fridge: If you have leftover sweet potato wedges, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: To freeze leftovers, let them cool to room temperature, then flash freeze them on a cookie sheet for 2 hours. Then, place them in a Ziploc bag and transfer them to the freezer, where they will keep for up to 2 months.
- Reheat: When reheating wedges, place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for about 3 minutes a side until heated through.
💭 Top tips
- For best results, always preheat the air fryer before adding the sweet potato wedges.
- For extra crispy wedges, spray the potatoes with a light spray of olive oil spray or avocado spray halfway through the cooking time when you flip them. Sprinkle with extra salt or seasoning.
- Do not overstuff the air fryer basket; otherwise, the hot air will not circulate, and the wedges will not cook evenly.
- Shake the air fryer basket halfway through the cooking time so the potatoes cook evenly.
- All air fryers are not the same, and cook times may vary; always keep an eye on the air fryer while cooking so they don't burn.
❓ FAQ
Yes, you can eat sweet potato skin. In fact, it's full of nutrients. Just make sure to wash the skin thoroughly before eating it.
You can make sweet potato wedges crispy on the outside by spraying them lightly with olive oil or avocado oil before cooking and halfway through the cooking time. Sprinkle with more seasoning for extra flavor.
Yes. Steak fries is another name for potato wedges. They are cut thicker than regular french fries, and usually have the skin on.
🍔 What to serve with sweet potato wedges
- Ranch dressing, ketchup, or chipotle mayo for dipping.
- Smoked Whole Chicken
- Classic Meatloaf
- Smoked Salmon
- Smoked Turkey
- Air Fryer Tilapia
- BBQ Pork Ribs in Instant Pot
- Smoked Burgers
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📋 Recipe
Air Fryer Sweet Potato Wedges
Equipment
- Large bowl
Ingredients
- 4-5 small sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ½ teaspoon seasoning salt
- ½ teaspoon paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F.
- Wash and dry the sweet potatoes. Cut the potatoes into wedges by cutting the potatoes in half with a sharp knife. Then, put the flat side down on the cutting board and cut each half into 3 or 4 wedges. Repeat for all sweet potatoes.
- Place the wedges into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle or spray olive oil over the wedges. Toss until each wedge is coated evenly in oil.
- Mix the seasoning salt, sea salt, paprika, and garlic powder together. Sprinkle the seasoning blend over the wedges and give the bowl another little shake or two to coat the wedges evenly.
- Place the seasoned wedges in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Set the cooking time for 14 minutes. Halfway through the cooking time, flip the wedges over. Spray with oil and sprinkle with seasoning salt.
- The wedges are cooked when they are fork-tender and are crispy on the outside. Serve immediately with your favorite dipping sauce.
- Enjoy!
Notes
- Fridge: If you have leftover sweet potato wedges, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: To freeze leftovers, let them cool to room temperature, then flash freeze them on a cookie sheet for 2 hours. Then, place them in a Ziploc bag and transfer them to the freezer, where they will keep for up to 2 months.
- Reheat: When reheating wedges, place them in the air fryer basket in a single layer and cook for about 3 minutes a side until heated through.
- For best results, always preheat the air fryer before adding the sweet potato wedges.
- For extra crispy wedges, spray the potatoes with a light spray of olive oil spray or avocado spray halfway through the cooking time when you flip them. Sprinkle with extra salt or seasoning.
- Do not overstuff the air fryer basket; otherwise, the hot air will not circulate, and the wedges will not cook evenly.
- Shake the air fryer basket halfway through the cooking time so the potatoes cook evenly.
- All air fryers are not the same, and cook times may vary; always keep an eye on the air fryer while cooking so they don't burn.
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📑 Food safety
- Don't leave food sitting out at room temperature for extended periods
- Never leave cooking food unattended
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