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A close-up of crispy, seasoned sweet potato fries piled high

Sweet Potato Fries

This recipe outlines a proven method to create crispy and delicious sweet potato fries in just four simple steps, perfect as a side dish or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 medium sweet potatoes
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.25 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Large bowl
  • Knife
  • Peeler

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
  2. Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then cut them into uniform fry shapes, about ¼-inch thick, to ensure even cooking.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the cut sweet potatoes with olive oil and cornstarch until they are evenly coated.
  4. Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and sprinkle with salt and pepper.
Baking
  1. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.

Notes

For extra crispiness, ensure the sweet potato fries are not overcrowded on the baking sheet and feel free to add a pinch of paprika or garlic powder for extra flavor.