Name: FRENCH FOLD - Orchards HOMEMADE SWEET POTATOES FRIES Recipe
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 3 cups sweet potatoes; 2 tbs olive oil; 1 tbs cornstarch; 1 tsp smoked paprika; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp salt; 0.5 tsp black pepper; 2 tbs fresh parsley (optional, chopped); 0.5 cups mayonnaise; 0.25 cups sour cream; 2 tbs buttermilk; 1 tbs fresh chives (finely chopped); 1 tbs fresh parsley (finely chopped); 0.5 tsp dried dill; 0.25 tsp garlic powder; 0.25 tsp onion powder; 1 tsp lemon juice; 0.25 tsp salt; 0.25 tsp black pepper

Method

Sweet Potato Fries

1
Preheat and prepare
Preheat oven to 220°C (425°F). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set a wire rack on one sheet if available for extra crispiness.
2
Cut fries
Wash and peel the sweet potatoes (if you prefer skin on, scrub well and leave skins). Cut into 1/3–1/2-inch thick sticks, aiming for uniform size so they cook evenly. You should end up with about 3 cups.
3
Dry and toss
Pat the cut fries thoroughly dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss the fries with the cornstarch until evenly coated (this creates a light crisp crust).
4
Season and oil
Add the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt and black pepper to the bowl and toss to coat each fry evenly. Ensure oil is distributed but not pooling.
5
Arrange and space
Spread the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets. Leave space between fries so hot air can circulate — use two trays if needed; overcrowding steams them and prevents crisping.
6
Bake and flip
Bake for 20 minutes, then remove sheets and flip each fry with a spatula. Swap tray positions (top to bottom) and bake an additional 12–15 minutes until edges are browned and fries are tender. Total bake time ~32–35 minutes depending on thickness and oven.
7
Broil for extra crisp
If you want extra crispness, broil on high for 1–2 minutes while watching carefully so they don't burn.
8
Finish
Remove from oven, sprinkle chopped fresh parsley (optional) and an additional pinch of salt to taste. Let rest 2–3 minutes before serving so exterior firms slightly.

Ranch Sauce

9
Combine base
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise and sour cream until smooth.
10
Thin and season
Whisk in the buttermilk a tablespoon at a time until the sauce reaches a dipping consistency. Add the chopped chives, chopped parsley, dried dill, garlic powder, onion powder, lemon juice, salt and black pepper. Stir until evenly combined.
11
Adjust and chill
Taste and adjust seasoning — add more buttermilk to thin, or more lemon juice/salt to brighten. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 15 minutes to let flavors meld (this can be made up to 24 hours ahead).
12
Serve
Serve the chilled ranch alongside the warm sweet potato fries for dipping.

Homemade Sweet Potatoes Fries Recipe

Ingredients

Sweet Potato Fries

Ranch Sauce

Method

Sweet Potato Fries

Preheat and prepare

Cut fries

Dry and toss

Season and oil

Arrange and space

Bake and flip

Broil for extra crisp

Finish

Ranch Sauce

Combine base

Thin and season

Adjust and chill

Serve

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