Ingredients:

  • 2 Large Sweet Potatoes (approx. 450g / 1 lb)
  • 1 tbsp Cornstarch
  • 1.5 tbsp Avocado or Grapeseed Oil
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Rosemary
  • 1/2 tsp Dried Thyme
  • 1/2 tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 tsp Fine Sea Salt

Instructions:

  1. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into uniform sticks, about 1/2 inch thick. Uniformity ensures they all finish cooking at the same time.
  2. Soak the cut potatoes in a bowl of cold water for 10 minutes to remove excess surface starch. Just make sure you pat them bone dry before adding the oil!
  3. Drain the potatoes and pat them thoroughly dry with a clean kitchen towel. Any remaining moisture will steam the fries rather than crisp them.
  4. Place the dry fries in a large mixing bowl. Dust with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch and toss until every fry is evenly coated and looks 'ghostly' white.
  5. Drizzle with 1.5 tablespoons of avocado oil and add the garlic powder, dried rosemary, dried thyme, and smoked paprika. Toss vigorously until the cornstarch is hydrated and spices are evenly distributed.
  6. Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Arrange the fries in the basket, ensuring they are not overcrowded (cook in batches if necessary).
  7. Air fry for 10 minutes, then remove the basket and give it a vigorous shake.
  8. Continue cooking for another 5 minutes until the edges are dark amber and look blistered
  9. Remove the fries once they are mahogany-colored and crisp. Immediately toss with 1/2 teaspoon of fine sea salt while still hot.