Best 7 Air Fryer Yams Recipes

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Embark on a culinary journey with our tantalizing air fryer yam recipes, an innovative and delectable way to relish the goodness of this versatile root vegetable. Discover a symphony of flavors with our curated collection of recipes, each promising a unique taste experience that will leave your taste buds craving for more. From crispy and golden-brown yam fries to tender and flavorful roasted yams, our recipes offer a diverse range of options to suit every palate and occasion. Prepare to elevate your meals with these air fryer yam creations that are not only delicious but also incredibly easy to make. Get ready to transform yams into crispy, tender, and flavorful culinary delights with minimal effort, thanks to the magic of your air fryer.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

AIR-FRIED SWEET POTATO FRIES



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Simple and addicting air-fried sweet potato fries. I bet you can't eat just one.

Provided by Deb C

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch wide fries
1 tablespoon canola oil
½ teaspoon kosher salt
¼ teaspoon pepper
⅛ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon ground sweet paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  • Combine sweet potato fries and canola oil in a bowl and mix. Season with salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Mix until all fries are evenly coated.
  • Divide sweet potatoes into 2 or 3 batches for cooking. Place an even layer of sweet potatoes in the fry basket, insert in the air fryer, and cook until golden, about 10 minutes. Repeat with remaining sweet potatoes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.4 calories, Carbohydrate 13.5 g, Fat 7.1 g, Fiber 2.1 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.5 g, Sodium 516 mg, Sugar 2.8 g

AIR FRYER ROASTED SWEET POTATOES



Air Fryer Roasted Sweet Potatoes image

I love roasted vegetables, and especially sweet potatoes. Imagine my surprise to find out how fast and delicious they are when prepared in an air fryer. Every air fryer capacity and performance is different, so you may need to adjust the time or temperature. These sweet potatoes are easily adapted to any style of seasoning you like--plain and simple, or sweet and spicy. Add as much or as little of the suggested seasonings, or try out your own seasoning combo!

Provided by Bibi

Categories     Sweet Potato Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 tablespoon unsalted butter, melted
½ teaspoon salt, or to taste
1 dash cayenne pepper
⅛ teaspoon ground ginger
½ teaspoon white sugar

Steps:

  • Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) as directed by air fryer manufacturer.
  • Place sweet potato chunks in a mixing bowl. Drizzle melted butter over sweet potatoes and stir to coat. Add salt, cayenne pepper, ginger, and sugar or any combination of these spices; stir to combine. Place sweet potatoes in the air fryer in a single layer.
  • Air-fry for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring or shaking sweet potatoes halfway through the air frying time. Serve warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 126.1 calories, Carbohydrate 23.5 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 3 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 1.8 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 353.6 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

BEST DAMN AIR FRYER SWEET POTATOES



Best Damn Air Fryer Sweet Potatoes image

Absolutely divine sweet potato chunks, seasoned with a little brown sugar and cinnamon, and roasted to perfection in your air fryer in about 10 minutes.

Provided by RecipeTeacher

Categories     Side Dish

Time 15m

Number Of Ingredients 5

1.5lbs Sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1″ chunks
1 tbs olive oil
1 tbs brown sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp salt

Steps:

  • Peel and cut sweet potatoes into 1 inch chunks.
  • In a bowl, toss potato chunks with olive oil, salt, brown sugar and cinnamon.
  • Preheat air fryer to 400°(F) for 5 minutes.
  • Add seasoned potatoes to air fryer basket or tray and use air fry setting at 400°(F) for 10-12 minutes.

AIR FRYER BAKED SWEET POTATO



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Sometimes I get cravings for baked sweet potatoes with all the fixings, making this recipe ideal for 1 serving. Quick and easy and you don't have to turn on the oven.

Provided by Yoly

Categories     Sweet Potato Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 1

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 medium sweet potato
½ teaspoon olive oil
1 tablespoon butter, or to taste
1 tablespoon brown sugar, or to taste
¼ teaspoon cinnamon, or to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Wash sweet potato and pierce holes throughout. Rub olive oil all over sweet potato using your hands and place in the air fryer basket.
  • Cook in the preheated air fryer for 15 minutes. Turn sweet potato and continue to cook until potato is soft and tender, 15 to 20 minutes more.
  • Cut a slit on top of the sweet potato and top with butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Carbohydrate 59.5 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 7.1 g, Protein 3.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.7 g, Sodium 210.5 mg, Sugar 22.7 g

AIR-FRIED PURPLE YAM FRIES WITH SOUR CREAM SRIRACHA SAUCE



Air-Fried Purple Yam Fries with Sour Cream Sriracha Sauce image

Purple yams are tossed in sriracha salt and olive oil then air-fried until crispy. A simple combination of cool sour cream and sriracha complements the sweet yam. The procedure for cooking yams in an air fryer is different than cooking potatoes.

Provided by Buckwheat Queen

Categories     100+ Everyday Cooking Recipes

Time 36m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 ⅓ pounds ube (purple yam), peeled and cut into 1/4-inch-thick fries
2 teaspoons olive oil
1 teaspoon sriracha-flavored salt
⅓ cup sour cream
2 teaspoons sriracha sauce, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an air fryer to 320 degrees F (160 degrees C).
  • Place yam fries into a bowl. Add olive oil and sriracha-flavored salt; toss to coat evenly. Pour into the air fryer basket.
  • Cook in the preheated air fryer for 16 minutes. Increase heat to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Shake basket and cook for 5 minutes more.
  • Mix sour cream and sriracha sauce together in a bowl. Serve alongside yam fries.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 242 calories, Carbohydrate 43.3 g, Cholesterol 8.4 mg, Fat 6.7 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 2.9 g, Sodium 718.6 mg, Sugar 0.8 g

AIR-FRYER SWEET POTATO FRIES



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I can never get enough of these air-fryer sweet potato fries! Even though my grocery store sells them in the frozen foods section, I still love to pull sweet potatoes out of my garden and chop them up fresh! —Amber Massey, Argyle, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large sweet potatoes, cut into thin strips
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 400°. Combine all ingredients; toss to coat. Place on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until lightly browned, 10-12 minutes, stirring once. Serve immediately.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 243 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 498mg sodium, Carbohydrate 43g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

AIR-FRYER HONEY SWEET POTATOES



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The flavors of sweet potatoes, cinnamon and honey are such classics. Try serving these air-fryer sweet potato cubes as a side dish with roast chicken or pork. -Laura Mifsud, Northville, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 30m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons olive oil
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
3 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes

Steps:

  • Preheat air fryer to 350°. In a large bowl, whisk together honey, oil, cinnamon, salt and pepper; add potatoes and toss to coat. Transfer to greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until potatoes are tender, 20-25 minutes, stirring every 5 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 169 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 207mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (18g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

Tips:

  • Choose the right yams: Select yams that are firm and have smooth, unblemished skin. Avoid yams that are soft, wrinkled, or have bruises.
  • Scrub the yams thoroughly: Use a vegetable brush to scrub the yams under running water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Cut the yams into even-sized pieces: This will ensure that they cook evenly. If the yams are too large, they may not cook through properly.
  • Toss the yams with oil and seasonings: This will help them to crisp up and develop flavor. You can use olive oil, avocado oil, or coconut oil. Season the yams with salt, pepper, and any other desired spices.
  • Preheat the air fryer: This will help to ensure that the yams cook evenly. Preheat the air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit for 5 minutes before adding the yams.
  • Cook the yams in batches: If you are cooking a large batch of yams, cook them in batches to prevent overcrowding. Overcrowding can cause the yams to steam instead of roast.
  • Shake the air fryer basket halfway through cooking: This will help to ensure that the yams cook evenly. Shake the air fryer basket gently every 5-7 minutes.
  • Cook the yams until they are tender and slightly caramelized: The yams should be cooked through but still have a slight bite to them. The yams should also be slightly caramelized and have a crispy exterior.

Conclusion:

Air fryer yams are a delicious and healthy snack or side dish. They are easy to make and can be seasoned with a variety of herbs and spices. Air fryer yams are a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables and they are also a good source of fiber and vitamins.

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