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Crispy Oven-Baked Sweet Potato Fries

Golden, crispy sweet potato fries baked to perfection with aromatic spices, offering a healthy alternative to traditional french fries.
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Prep Time 40 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Side Dish, Snack
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 185
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Sweet Potato Fries
  • 3 large sweet potatoes about 2 pounds, peeled and cut into fries
  • 3 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp onion powder
  • 0.5 tsp salt or to taste
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper
  • 0.25 tsp cayenne pepper optional, for heat
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch for extra crispiness
Dipping Sauce
  • 0.5 cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tbsp ketchup
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp Dijon mustard
  • 0.25 tsp smoked paprika
  • fresh chives for garnish

Equipment

  • Large baking sheets
  • Parchment paper
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Kitchen towels

Method
 

  1. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line two large baking sheets with parchment paper.
  2. Wash, peel, and cut sweet potatoes into evenly-sized fries, approximately 1/2-inch thick and 3-4 inches long.
  3. Soak cut fries in cold water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch. Drain thoroughly and pat completely dry.
  4. Toss dried sweet potato fries with cornstarch until evenly coated.
  5. Drizzle olive oil over cornstarch-coated fries and toss until well-coated.
  6. Combine all spices in a small bowl, then sprinkle over oiled fries and toss thoroughly.
  7. Arrange seasoned fries in a single layer on prepared baking sheets without overlapping.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  9. Prepare dipping sauce by whisking together mayonnaise, ketchup, honey, Dijon mustard, and smoked paprika.
  10. Cool fries for 2-3 minutes, garnish with fresh chives, and serve immediately with dipping sauce.

Notes

For maximum crispiness, ensure sweet potatoes are completely dry before seasoning. Store leftovers in refrigerator for up to 3 days and reheat in oven at 400°F for 5-7 minutes.