Description
A delightful twist on a fall favorite, these Air Fryer Pumpkin Fries combine the sweet taste of pumpkin with savory spices for a crispy, healthy treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 medium pumpkin (Kabocha or sugar pumpkin recommended)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon turmeric
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- Black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Wash and dry the pumpkin.
- Cut it in half, removing the stem and seeds.
- Slice into half-inch to one-inch fries.
- Peel if needed.
- Mix olive oil with all spices in a large bowl.
- Toss the sliced pumpkin until fully coated.
- Preheat air fryer to 360°F.
- Arrange fries in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry at 360°F for 15 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- Check for crispiness and adjust time if necessary.
- Repeat for 2-3 batches depending on basket size.
- Serve hot with your favorite dip.
Notes
For a healthier twist, try using avocado oil or different spice variations. These fries are perfect for holiday gatherings or as a snack.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 400mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg