Description
Sweet, caramelized Air Fryer Carrots deliver restaurant-quality roasted goodness in minutes. Crispy edges and tender centers make this simple side dish a crowd-pleasing complement to any meal you’ll adore.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Vegetables:
- 1 pound (454 grams) carrots, peeled and sliced into 1/4 inch thick sticks
Cooking Oils and Seasonings:
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
- 1 teaspoon (5 grams) salt
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) black pepper
Optional Spices:
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) paprika
Instructions
- Prep the carrots by washing and cutting them into uniform, elongated batons to ensure consistent cooking and optimal texture.
- Drizzle the carrot pieces with extra virgin olive oil, creating a light, even coating that will help them crisp and caramelize during air frying.
- Season the carrots generously with kosher salt, freshly ground black pepper, and optional herbs like thyme or rosemary for enhanced aromatic flavor.
- Activate the air fryer and set the temperature precisely to 380°F, allowing it to fully preheat for optimal heat circulation.
- Strategically place the carrots in a single, uncrowded layer within the air fryer basket, ensuring each piece has adequate space for hot air to circulate.
- Slide the basket into the air fryer and cook for approximately 15-18 minutes, gently agitating the basket midway to promote uniform browning and prevent sticking.
- Monitor the carrots’ transformation, looking for a golden-brown exterior and tender, caramelized interior that signals perfect doneness.
- Once cooked, carefully remove the carrots and transfer them to a serving platter, allowing them to rest momentarily before enjoying their crisp, savory profile.
Notes
- Choose medium-sized carrots with similar thickness for consistent cooking and crispy results.
- Pat carrots completely dry before adding oil to ensure maximum crispiness and prevent steaming.
- Experiment with different spice blends like garlic powder, smoked paprika, or dried herbs to enhance flavor profile.
- Adjust cooking time slightly based on carrot size and desired level of caramelization, checking periodically to prevent burning.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Air Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 580mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg