Crispy Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries (Print-Friendly Version)
Golden, crispy sweet potatoes, seasoned with paprika and garlic, baked until perfectly tender and crisp.
# What You’ll Need to Make This:
→ Sweet Potatoes
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2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled if desired, cut into 0.6 cm thick fries
→ Seasoning & Oil
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon paprika or smoked paprika for additional depth
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1 teaspoon salt
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0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
→ Optional
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1 tablespoon cornstarch, for enhanced crispiness
# How to Prepare:
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Set oven to 220°C and insert a baking sheet to heat while preparing sweet potatoes.
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Peel sweet potatoes if desired. Slice into uniform fries approximately 0.6 cm thick to promote even cooking.
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Immerse sliced sweet potatoes in a bowl of cold water for 30 minutes to draw out excess starch, aiding crispiness.
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Drain fries and thoroughly pat dry with paper towel. In a large bowl, toss with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. If desired, add cornstarch and toss to evenly coat.
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Carefully remove the heated baking sheet from the oven. Arrange sweet potato fries in a single layer, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Bake for 25–30 minutes, flipping fries midway through, until golden and crisp.
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Remove fries from the oven once crisp and golden brown. Allow to cool briefly before serving.
# Extra Tips:
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Soaking the fries and ensuring they are completely dry before baking greatly enhances crispiness.
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Coating with cornstarch before baking absorbs additional moisture, resulting in a crunchier exterior.