Crispy Sweet Potato French Fries

Discover the ultimate recipe for Crispy Sweet Potato French Fries, a healthier and flavor-packed alternative to classic fries. These oven-baked gems are seasoned to perfection with a tantalizing blend of paprika, garlic powder, and a hint of cayenne for optional spice. A secret coating of cornstarch ensures an irresistibly crispy texture without the need for deep frying, while olive oil locks in moisture and flavor. Ready in just 45 minutes, these golden fries are a surefire crowd-pleaser, perfect as a side dish or a satisfying snack. Serve them straight from the oven with your favorite dipping sauce for a guilt-free indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon optional: cayenne pepper for extra spice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into thin, even slices about 1/4-inch thick. Try to keep the size consistent for even cooking.

Step 3

In a large bowl, toss the sliced sweet potatoes with cornstarch until evenly coated. This helps create a crispy texture.

Step 4

Drizzle the olive oil over the sweet potatoes and toss again until they are well coated. This helps the seasoning stick and adds flavor.

Step 5

In a small bowl, mix together the paprika, garlic powder, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne pepper. Sprinkle the seasoning over the sweet potatoes and toss to ensure an even coating.

Step 6

Spread the sweet potato slices in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they aren’t overcrowded. Overlapping fries will steam rather than bake, resulting in less crispiness.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then flip the fries using a spatula to ensure even cooking on both sides.

Step 8

Return fries to the oven and continue baking for an additional 15 minutes or until they are golden brown and crisp.

Step 9

Remove from the oven, let them cool for a few minutes on the baking sheet, and then transfer to a serving plate.

Step 10

Serve immediately as a delicious side dish or snack with your favorite dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(403.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	601.8

Total Fat 28.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1383.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 82.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.4g	0%
Total Sugars 16.6g
Protein 6.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 124.5mg	0%
Iron 3.6mg	0%
Potassium 96.2mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 41.8%

Protein: 4.2%

Carbs: 54.0%