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Air fryer carrot fries served in a medium glass bowl
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Healthy Air Fryer Carrot Fries {Quick & Easy}

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Looking for a healthier alternative to French fries? Give this Air Fryer Carrot Fries recipe a try. It's crispy, savory, and packed with nutrients. 🤩 Fry it, to believe it!
Prep Time 4 minutes
Cook Time 14 minutes
Total Time 18 minutes
Makes 2

Ingredients

  • 4 carrots large
  • 1 tablespoons olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon onion powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper

Spicy Mayo Dipping Sauce

  • 2 tablespoons Kewpie mayo
  • 2 teaspoons sriracha sauce

Instructions

  • Wash the carrots and peel them if desired. Then cut them into fry-sized strips, about ½-inch thick.
    fry-sized carrot sticks
  • Preheat your air fryer to 400°F (200°C). If your air fryer has a capacity of 4 quarts or smaller, please see the note for more info.
    Preating Instant Pot Vortex Plus Air Fryer to 400°F (204°C).
  • While preheating, season the carrot sticks. Start by transferring the fry-sized carrots to a large mixing bowl. Drizzle them with olive oil and toss until fully covered. Next, season them with garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and freshly ground black pepper. Mix well until the carrot strips are evenly coated with the seasonings.
    Seasoning carrot fries
  • Air fry carrot fries for 14-16 minutes, or until tender and golden. Carefully add a single layer of the seasoned carrot sticks to the air fryer basket. Flip or shake them halfway through the cooking process to ensure even browning. Roast until they are golden and crispy.
    Roasting carrot fries in air fryer
  • Prepare the spicy mayo dipping sauce by combining 2 tablespoons of Kewpie mayo and 2 teaspoons of sriracha sauce in a small bowl. If you prefer a spicier sauce, you can add more sriracha according to your taste. Alternatively, if you don't enjoy spicy flavors, you can substitute the sriracha with ketchup to create a more traditional fry sauce.
    Carrot French fries dipping sauce options
  • Once cooked, allow the air fryer carrot fries to cool down for a few minutes. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy!
    Air fried carrot fries in a medium glass bowl

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Notes

  • For smaller air fryers (4-quart and below), reduce the cooking temperature to 380°F (193°C). They generate more heat because of the heating element's proximity to the food.
  • If your air fryer doesn't have a preheating option, you can set the temperature to 380°F (193°C) and then let it cook for 4-5 minutes without food.
  • Carrots will shrink to about half their original volume when roasted, so keep in mind that 2 medium carrots will yield only a single serving of fries. Adjust accordingly.
  • I used a 6-quart Instant Pot Vortex Plus to test the air fryer carrot fries recipe. Cooking time and temperature may vary depending on your air fryer and the number of servings you are making. For optimal results, begin with the lower end of the suggested cooking time. 

Nutrition

Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 13g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 667mg | Potassium: 408mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 20383IU | Vitamin C: 7mg | Calcium: 44mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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