Level up classic sweet potato fries with these crispy garlic parmesan sweet potato wedges! With a crispy exterior and a soft and fluffy interior, these sweet potato wedges are packed with cheesy, garlic goodness. The best part? No oven or deep frying is needed - your air fryer does all the work for you!
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- No complicated methods: You do not need to use any fancy methods like double-frying, or soaking the wedges to get a nice, crisp exterior. These air fryer sweet potato wedges are as easy as tossing the ingredients together in a bowl!
- A great way to incorporate sweet potatoes: If you are looking for more ways to incorporate sweet potatoes into your diet, this recipe is a great transition. While crispy sweet potato fries are always a good idea, these garlic parmesan wedges are a good balance of natural sweetness and savory flavors that you and your whole family are sure to love.
- Small ingredient list: From the spice rub to the garlic parmesan butter, this recipe uses minimal ingredients, as well as simple ingredients too. You likely have everything you need in your fridge and pantry, too!
Ingredient Notes
- Sweet potatoes: These sweet potatoes are sometimes referred to as yams in American grocery stores. This is the most common variety of sweet potatoes used for french fries or wedges. I recommend picking a large sweet potato, as you will get larger, longer wedges.
- Granulated garlic & onion: Granulated onion and garlic have a different texture than standard garlic powder. The granules are larger, which adds small bursts of flavor to the spice rub. Do not confuse granulated onion for dehydrated onion flakes which are too large for this spice powder.
- Parmesan cheese: Opt for parmesan cheese that is refrigerated in the cheese/deli section of your grocery store. Avoid using fine powdered canned cheese. You can use pre-grated fresh parmesan, or grate it fresh off of a wedge if you have it available.
- Salted butter: Salted butter is a great way to add extra savory flavor to these wedges, aside from salting the potato wedges.
- Flat leaf parsley: Sometimes labeled as Italian parsley in the produce section of your grocery store. Flat-leaf parsley has a grassier, brighter flavor than standard curly parsley. This cuts through the rich garlic butter sauce and adds some freshness to these wedges.
A full list of ingredients with measurements is located on the recipe card, below.
Substitutions
- Sweet potatoes: Japanese sweet potatoes can be used in place of yams. You can also use regular russet potatoes, white potatoes, or Yukon gold potatoes if you prefer regular air fryer potato wedges.
- Salted butter: Unsalted butter or margarine work fine as substitutes. Adjust the added salt as needed.
- Granulated garlic & onion: Garlic powder & onion powder can be used instead.
- Smoked paprika: Regular sweet or hot Hungarian paprika can be used instead.
- Parmesan cheese: Pecorino romano cheese can be used instead of parmesan. If you're in a pinch, the shelf-stable parmesan cheese can be used.
Variations
- Truffle: Finish the homemade wedges with a drizzle of truffle oil for a spin on truffle parmesan wedges.
- Spicy: Add red chili flakes, cayenne pepper, or a spoon of Calabrian chili paste to the seasoning rub for an added kick.
- Deep fried: For extra crunch and a classic potato wedge texture, deep fry the sweet potatoes and toss in the garlic parmesan butter.
How to Cut Sweet Potato Wedges
- Cut the sweet potato in half lengthwise with a sharp knife, on a cutting board.
- Place the halved sweet potato cut side down. Cut each half in half again, lengthwise.
- Angle your knife carefully, to cut the quarters of sweet potato lengthwise into wedge-like spears.
Step-by-Step Instructions
Prep Work Before Cooking
Collecting all ingredients: This will make cooking so much easier. Gather all the spices you will need, and keep them nearby.
Melt butter: Melt the butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat or in a small microwave-safe bowl in the microwave.
Chop ingredients: Finely chop the parsley, and mince the garlic using a garlic press or a knife.
- Add the sweet potato spears to a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, and the dried spices. Toss the wedges well until all the potato pieces are covered in olive oil and the seasoning blend.
- Transfer the seasoned sweet potato wedges to an air fryer basket. For best results, arrange the wedges in a single layer. Air fry the wedges at 400°F for 15 minutes, giving the basket a little shake, and turning the wedges halfway. [photo 2]
- While the wedges are cooking, mix the melted butter with the minced garlic and half of the parmesan cheese in a large mixing bowl. [photo 3]
- Add the cooked sweet potato wedges to the butter and garlic mixture, and toss carefully to ensure the wedges do not break apart. Coat the wedges evenly with the garlic butter mixture. [photo 4]
- Use tongs to place the tossed wedges back in the air fryer basket for another 7-8 minutes until you have nice, crispy edges.
- Garnish the crisp wedges with the remaining parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley.
Expert Tips
- Oil the potato wedges: Do not substitute extra virgin olive oil with oil spray, or use less oil. If the potato wedges do not have enough oil on them, the spice rub will burn and turn bitter. This is especially important for air fryer recipes, as the air circulating can dry out the exterior of your foods.
- Toss carefully: When tossing the cooked potato wedges in the garlic butter mixture, be very careful and gentle. You do not want to break the wedges apart.
- Adjust salt levels: Parmesan cheese and salted butter will add layers of extra salt to the potato wedges. Adjust the added salt to your taste to avoid overly salty sweet potatoes.
- For smaller air fryer baskets: Cook the potato wedges in batches. Air fry the first batch of sweet potatoes, and then move on to the second batch.
Make Ahead & Storage
- The sweet potatoes can be cut into wedges 1-2 days in advance. Store the prepped wedges wrapped in paper towel in a large freezer bag. Keep refrigerated until you are ready to use.
- Store leftover potato wedges in the fridge for 2-3 days. Allow the wedges to cool to room temperature and store in an airtight container in the fridge.
- Reheat the sweet potatoes in the air fryer at 375°F, or the oven until the potatoes are warmed through and crisp.
Serving Suggestions
- Dipping sauces: Dunk these crisp wedges into your favorite dipping sauce. If you're looking for something new to try, homemade dill ranch, sour cream tzatziki, or avocado goddess dip are great places to start. For a less creamy sauce, homemade BBQ sauce is a delicious dip, too!
- Main dish: Serve these wedges as a delicious side dish alongside your favorite mains, like crispy chicken sandwiches, chicken salad sandwiches, or California cheesesteak sandwiches.
- Other appetizers: These garlic parmesan wedges are the perfect snack alongside stuffed mushrooms neptune, jalapeno cream cheese pinwheels, and everything bagel dogs.
Recipe FAQs
Why aren't my sweet potato wedges crispy?
The most common reason why your sweet potato wedges did not crisp up is because the air fryer basket was crowded. It is important to arrange the pieces in a single layer so that the hot air can circulate properly to get perfect crispy sweet potato wedges.
Do I need to peel sweet potatoes?
No, you do not need to peel sweet potatoes. The sweet potato skin is thin and edible.
How can I make this recipe without an air fryer?
These wedges can be baked in the oven, too. Arrange the wedges on a large baking sheet, and bake at 400°F for 20-25 minutes. You may need to adjust the cooking time depending on your oven.
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Crispy Garlic Parmesan Sweet Potato Wedges (Air Fryer)
Level up classic sweet potato fries with these crispy garlic parmesan sweet potato wedges! With a crispy exterior and a soft and fluffy interior, these sweet potato wedges are packed with cheesy, garlic goodness. The best part? No oven or deep frying is needed - your air fryer does all the work for you!
✱Before You Get StartedBe sure to read the recipe notes for helpful tips and tricks, to make the best recipe each and every time!
Equipment
Ingredients
- 4 large Sweet potatoes - cut into wedges - see recipe notes
- ¼ cup Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tablespoon Granulated garlic
- ½ tablespoon Granulated onion
- ½ tablespoon Smoked paprika
- ½ tablespoon Kosher salt
- ¼ cup Salted butter - melted, ½ stick
- 4 cloves Garlic - minced
- ¼ cup Parmesan cheese - grated, divided
- ¼ cup Flat leaf parsley - finely chopped
Instructions
- Add the sweet potato spears to a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, and the dried spices. Toss the wedges well until all the potato pieces are covered in olive oil and the seasoning blend.
- Transfer the seasoned sweet potato wedges to an air fryer basket. For best results, arrange the wedges in a single layer. Air fry the wedges at 400°F for 15 minutes, giving the basket a little shake, and turning the wedges halfway.
- While the wedges are cooking, mix the melted butter with the minced garlic and half of the parmesan cheese in a large mixing bowl.
- Add the cooked sweet potato wedges to the butter and garlic mixture, and toss carefully to ensure the wedges do not break apart. Coat the wedges evenly with the garlic butter mixture.
- Use tongs to place the tossed wedges back in the air fryer basket for another 7-8 minutes until you have nice, crispy edges.
- Garnish the crisp wedges with the remaining parmesan cheese, and chopped parsley.
✱Recipe Notes
How to Cut Sweet Potato Wedges
- Cut the sweet potato in half lengthwise with a sharp knife, on a cutting board.
- Place the halved sweet potato cut side down. Cut each half in half again, lengthwise.
- Angle your knife carefully, to cut the quarters of sweet potato lengthwise into wedge-like spears.
Recipe Notes
- Oil the potato wedges: Do not substitute extra virgin olive oil with oil spray, or use less oil. If the potato wedges do not have enough oil on them, the spice rub will burn and turn bitter. This is especially important for air fryer recipes, as the air circulating can dry out the exterior of your foods.
- Toss carefully: When tossing the cooked potato wedges in the garlic butter mixture, be very careful and gentle. You do not want to break the wedges apart.
- Adjust salt levels: Parmesan cheese and salted butter will add layers of extra salt to the potato wedges. Adjust the added salt to your taste to avoid overly salty sweet potatoes.
- For smaller air fryer baskets: Cook the potato wedges in batches. Air fry the first batch of sweet potatoes, and then move on to the second batch.
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