Description
Delicious crispy sweet potato fries, perfect for dipping.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat the oven
Start by preheating your oven to 425°F (220°C). A hot oven is key for crisping without burning. - Step 2: Peel and slice the sweet potatoes
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into uniform matchsticks, about 1/4 inch thick. The more even your slices, the more evenly they’ll bake. - Step 3: Soak in cold water (optional but recommended)
Soak the fries in cold water for at least 30 minutes. This draws out excess starch and helps them become crispier in the oven. Drain and dry thoroughly with a clean towel. - Step 4: Toss with cornstarch and seasonings
In a large bowl, toss the fries with cornstarch until lightly coated. Then drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle in the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat evenly. - Step 5: Arrange on baking sheet
Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the fries in a single layer, making sure none are touching—this prevents steaming and promotes crispiness. - Step 6: Bake and flip
Bake for 15 minutes, then flip each fry individually. Return to the oven and bake for another 10–15 minutes, or until golden and crispy around the edges. - Step 7: Serve immediately
Serve hot out of the oven with your favorite dipping sauces—garlic aioli, spicy ketchup, or even a simple yogurt dip.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, soak the fries longer in cold water.
- Try other seasonings to customize the flavor.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg