Crispy Sweet Potato Tots with Smoky Chipotle Mayo

These crispy sweet potato tots are a delicious and easy way to enjoy sweet potatoes. They're made with just a few simple ingredients, and they can be cooked in the air fryer or oven. The chipotle mayo adds a smoky and spicy flavor that takes these tots to the next level.

Sweet potatoes are a versatile vegetable that can be used in a variety of dishes. They're a good source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals, and they're also naturally sweet. This recipe for crispy sweet potato tots is a great way to enjoy sweet potatoes as a snack or side dish. The tots are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the chipotle mayo adds a delicious smoky and spicy flavor.

Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 20 | Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• For the Chipotle Mayo:
• 1/2 cup mayonnaise
• 1 tablespoon chipotle peppers in adobo, finely chopped
• 1 teaspoon lime juice

Instructions

1. Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
2. In a large bowl, combine the sweet potato cubes, olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
3. Spread the sweet potato cubes in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
4. Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy, shaking the basket halfway through cooking.
5. Meanwhile, make the chipotle mayo by combining the mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, and lime juice in a small bowl. Stir until well combined.
6. Serve the crispy sweet potato tots with the smoky chipotle mayo for dipping.

Why It Works

• The sweet potatoes are cut into small cubes, which helps them to cook evenly.
• The olive oil helps to crisp up the tots.
• The smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper add flavor to the tots.
• The chipotle mayo adds a smoky and spicy flavor to the tots.