Sweet Potato Fries Recipe
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Ingredients
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Sweet Potato Fries
Dipping Sauce (optional)
Method
Sweet Potato Fries
- 1
Preheat
Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper and set aside.
- 2
Prepare potatoes
Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly. Trim the ends. Cut each sweet potato lengthwise into 8–10 even fries (aim for 1/4–1/2 inch thick) so they cook evenly.
- 3
Dry and coat with cornstarch
Place cut fries in a large bowl or clean kitchen towel. Pat completely dry to remove surface moisture. Transfer fries to a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle the cornstarch over the fries and toss gently until lightly and evenly coated. The cornstarch helps create a crisper exterior.
- 4
Season and oil
Add the olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, ground cumin, kosher salt, and black pepper to the bowl. Toss fries until each piece is evenly coated with oil and seasonings.
- 5
Arrange on baking sheets
Spread the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheets with space between pieces. Do not overcrowd; use both sheets if necessary. If any fries are stacked, re-space them so air can circulate and they can crisp.
- 6
Bake and flip
Bake in the preheated oven for 12 minutes. Remove the top rack and rotate the pans between racks if using both. Use a spatula to flip each fry (or at least 75% of them) so they brown evenly. Return to oven and bake for an additional 10–15 minutes, until edges are golden and fries are tender when pierced with a fork. Total bake time will be about 22–27 minutes depending on thickness and oven.
- 7
Broil finish (optional)
For extra crispness, switch oven to broil on high for 1–2 minutes, watching closely to avoid burning. Remove when edges are nicely caramelized.
- 8
Season and serve
Immediately sprinkle chopped parsley over the fries (if using) and squeeze lime wedges over them to brighten flavor. Taste and add a pinch more salt if needed. Serve hot with the dipping sauce or your preferred condiment.
Dipping Sauce (optional)
- 9
In a small bowl, whisk together the mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, honey, and salt until smooth. Taste and adjust heat or sweetness. Refrigerate until ready to serve. Makes about 1/2 cup.