Sweet Potato Fries Recipe
NC grown with salt, sugar, and a kiss of cinnamon. Cooked in peanut oil
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Ingredients
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Fry Ingredients
Method
Preparation and Cooking
- 1
Prepare the Sweet Potatoes
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into fries, about 1/4 inch thick.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a deep frying pan or pot, heat the peanut oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 3
Fry the Sweet Potatoes
Carefully add the sweet potato fries to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 4-5 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- 4
Drain and Season
Remove the fries from the oil and drain on paper towels. While they are still hot, sprinkle with salt, sugar, and ground cinnamon to taste.
- 5
Serve
Serve the sweet potato fries warm as a side dish or snack.