Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 0.6 cm sticks
  • 1 tbsp avocado oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 3/4 tsp kosher salt
  • 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Cut the sweet potatoes into uniform 0.6 cm sticks and pat them completely dry with a paper towel to remove surface moisture.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, toss the potato sticks with avocado oil until evenly coated.
  3. Sprinkle cornstarch over the potatoes and toss until a thin, matte film covers the fries.
  4. Add smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and black pepper, tossing until the fries are evenly mahogany-colored.
  5. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C).
  6. Spread the fries in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding. Cook for 12–15 minutes, shaking the basket every 5 minutes, until edges are darkened and the crust is firm.