20 mins

Air fryer garlic and parmesan carrot fries

You’re only going to love these air fryer carrot fries. They’re sweet and savory, with a crispy texture that’s not too healthy, but oh so good. The garlic and parmesan really make this one special. Who needs fries at all?

6g
Protein
251
Kcal
21g
Carbs
17g
Fat
Air fryer garlic and parmesan carrot fries

Why this recipe works

Sweet and Savory: The natural sweetness of the roasted carrots pairs perfectly with the salty umami of the parmesan cheese.

Air Fried Crunch: The circulating hot air of the air fryer crisps up the cheese and edges of the carrots using minimal oil.

Flavour profile

The Base: Naturally sweet and earthy roasted carrots.

The Crust: Salty, crispy, golden parmesan cheese.

The Kick: Aromatic and pungent minced garlic.

Variations and combinations of ingredients

Spicy Kick: Toss with a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Vegan Option: Swap parmesan for nutritional yeast.

How to serve

Healthy Snack: A fantastic low-calorie alternative to potato fries.

Side Dish: Pairs perfectly with burgers, sandwiches, or grilled proteins.

Crispy Carrot Tips

Uniform Cuts: Try to cut the carrot strips as uniformly as possible so they cook evenly.

Don't Overcrowd: Make sure the fries are in a single layer in the air fryer basket to maximize crispiness.

Serving Suggestions and Pairings

Serve immediately while hot and crispy, alongside a garlic aioli or a simple yogurt dip.

Ingredients for Air fryer garlic and parmesan carrot fries

How to make Air fryer garlic and parmesan carrot fries

  1. Cut the carrots into thin strips. From the top of the carrot you should be able to cut into 3, and the bottom into 2 strips for uniform fry shapes.

  2. In a bowl, coat the carrot strips evenly with the olive oil, salt, minced garlic, and parmesan cheese.

  3. Place the coated carrots in the air fryer basket in a single layer. Air fry at 180°C for 16-20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway through until they are tender and the cheese is crispy and golden.

  4. Remove from the air fryer and serve immediately with some extra grated parmesan and a sprinkle of fresh parsley on top.

Storage and Freezing

Best eaten fresh. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 3 days and reheated in the air fryer to restore some crispness, but they will soften over time. Do not freeze.

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