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Air Fryer Carrots

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Crispy, caramelized carrot sticks made in the air fryer with garlic powder and smoked paprika. Ready in under 20 minutes with just one tablespoon of oil.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450 g) fresh carrots, washed and peeled
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or avocado oil
  • ½ teaspoon garlic powder
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ teaspoon black pepper
  • Fresh parsley for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash, peel, and cut carrots into uniform sticks approximately ¼ inch (6 mm) thick and 3–4 inches (8–10 cm) long. Uniform size ensures even cooking.
  2. Place carrot sticks in a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with oil, then add garlic powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Toss until every piece is fully coated.
  3. Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C) for 3 minutes.
  4. Arrange carrot sticks in a single layer in the air fryer basket. Do not stack or overlap — cook in batches if necessary.
  5. Air fry at 400°F for 10–14 minutes, shaking the basket or flipping the carrots halfway through at the 5–7 minute mark.
  6. Carrots are done when edges are golden and slightly caramelized and a fork slides in easily at the thickest point.
  7. Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with fresh parsley if desired. Serve immediately.

Notes

Cut carrots to uniform thickness for even cooking — thinner sticks finish closer to 10 minutes, thicker coins or baby carrots may need up to 14–15 minutes.

Do not crowd the basket; overlapping traps steam and prevents crispy edges. Cook in batches if needed.

Preheat the air fryer for 3 minutes before adding carrots to ensure proper caramelization from the start.

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