Crispy Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries (Printer-friendly)

Golden, crispy oven fries with a naturally sweet flavor and perfectly seasoned edges.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.3 pounds), peeled

→ Seasonings

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon sea salt
04 - 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder

→ Serving

07 - Chopped fresh parsley
08 - Dipping sauce of choice

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Cut the sweet potatoes into evenly sized fries, about 1/2 inch thick.
03 - Place the fries in a large bowl. Add olive oil, salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Toss well to coat evenly.
04 - Arrange the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not crowded.
05 - Bake for 15 minutes until starting to golden.
06 - Flip the fries and bake for another 15 minutes, until golden and crisp at the edges.
07 - Remove from the oven and sprinkle with chopped parsley if desired. Serve hot with your favorite dipping sauce.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They satisfy your craving for something crispy and salty while giving you a dose of vitamin A and fiber
  • The natural sweetness of sweet potatoes means you can use less salt than regular fries
  • They are incredibly versatile and can pair with almost any main dish
02 -
  • Soaking the cut fries in cold water for 30 minutes removes excess starch and helps them crisp up beautifully in the oven
  • Crowding the baking sheet is the number one reason sweet potato fries turn out soggy instead of crispy
  • These fries are best served immediately, as they will lose some of their crispiness as they sit
03 -
  • Make sure your sweet potatoes are completely dry after soaking and before seasoning, as any moisture will prevent proper crisping
  • If you have an air fryer, these cook in about half the time and come out incredibly crispy with just a spray of oil
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