Air Fryer Carrot Fries
Air fryer carrot fries offer a delightful twist on traditional fries with a healthy and crispy option that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Carrot Fries Ingredients
- 1 pound medium-sized carrots Peeled and cut into fry-shaped sticks
- 2 tablespoons olive oil For coating the carrots
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper Optional, for added heat
- to taste fresh parsley For garnish, optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Peel the carrots and cut them into fry-shaped sticks, about 1/4 inch thick.
- In a large bowl, combine the carrot sticks with olive oil, garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper. Toss until well coated.
- Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for about 5 minutes.
Cooking
- Arrange the carrot fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket, avoiding overcrowding.
- Cook for 15-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the fries and let them cool for a few minutes before garnishing with fresh parsley, if desired.
Notes
Serve with a variety of dipping sauces like yogurt dip, hummus, or spicy sriracha mayo for a fun twist. Consider presenting in a cone shape for a playful serving style.