Making frozen sweet potato fries in the air fryer is quick and simple. The fries come out crisp on the outside and tender inside, and they cook much faster than in a conventional oven. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce or sprinkle on herbs and spices for extra flavor.
I use my air fryer for everything from salmon and chicken thighs to roasted vegetables, but it’s just as handy for frozen items. Pop a bag of frozen sweet potato fries into the basket and in minutes you have a crispy, delicious side without heating up the whole oven.
The air fryer consistently produces better texture for fries than baking, so I rarely use the oven anymore. My go-to frozen options are sweet potato fries and waffle fries cooked in the air fryer.
Ingredients
- Frozen sweet potato fries (about 10 oz)
- Pinch of salt, to taste
How to make frozen sweet potato fries in the air fryer
Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
Add the frozen sweet potato fries to the air fryer basket in a single layer or as evenly as possible.
Cook for 9–11 minutes, shaking or turning the fries every few minutes so they crisp evenly. Most brands are ready around 10 minutes, but cook time can vary with the thickness of the fries and your air fryer model.
Transfer the fries to a plate, season with a pinch of salt if desired, and serve immediately with a dipping sauce or a sprinkle of fresh herbs or spices.
These come out crunchy and flavorful—perfect as a side or snack.
How to customize
Customize the fries by tossing them with smoked paprika, garlic powder, chili powder, or dried herbs before or after cooking. For a bolder flavor, toss with a peri-peri or Cajun seasoning.
Dipping sauces
Sweet potato fries pair well with a variety of sauces. Popular choices include chipotle mayo, honey mustard BBQ sauce, cumin-lime ketchup, or a creamy bang bang sauce. Use whatever you prefer for dipping.
What to serve with air fried sweet potato fries
These fries are a versatile side that complements many mains and sides. Try them with air-fried chicken cutlets, chicken fried steak, honey mustard salmon, tuna patties, or a tuna melt. They also go well with sides like air-fryer corn on the cob or crispy zucchini chips, and make a satisfying contrast when served alongside fruit-based air-fryer desserts.
Recipe notes
- Cook times vary by brand of fries and air fryer model. Check a few fries for crispness before removing the whole batch.
- For extra flavor, serve with a dipping sauce or toss the fries with spices immediately after cooking so coatings stick while the fries are hot.
Frozen Sweet Potato Fries in Air Fryer
Ingredients
- 10 oz frozen sweet potato fries
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 5 minutes.
- Add frozen sweet potato fries to the basket and cook at 400°F for about 10 minutes, shaking every few minutes for even crisping.
- Plate the fries, sprinkle with salt if desired, and serve with your preferred dipping sauce.
Notes
- Cook times may vary with different brands and air fryer models—check a few fries for doneness before removing the batch.
- Serve with a dipping sauce or toss with spices while hot for best flavor.