Crispy Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries (Printable)

Crispy on the outside and tender inside, these oven-baked sweet potato fries bring a naturally sweet twist to the classic fry.

# What You Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes (approximately 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 (optional)
06 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder (optional)

→ Serving

07 - Chopped fresh parsley for garnish
08 - Dipping sauce of choice (aioli, ketchup, etc.)

# Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
02 - Slice the sweet potatoes into uniformly sized fries, approximately 1/2 inch thick, to ensure even cooking throughout.
03 - Place the cut fries in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder. Toss thoroughly until each piece is evenly coated.
04 - Spread the seasoned fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring adequate space between pieces to promote proper crisping.
05 - Bake for 15 minutes until the fries begin to soften and develop a light golden color on the edges.
06 - Carefully flip each fry and bake for an additional 15 minutes until golden brown and crispy at the edges.
07 - Remove from the oven, garnish with chopped fresh parsley if desired, and serve immediately with your preferred dipping sauce.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The natural sweetness of sweet potatoes pairs perfectly with savory seasonings
  • They bake up surprisingly crispy when you give them space and patience
  • Much easier than deep frying and you can make a big batch at once
02 -
  • Soaking cut fries in cold water removes excess starch and helps them crisp up better
  • Crowding the baking sheet is the fastest way to soggy fries, use two sheets if needed
  • The flip halfway through is non negotiable for even crisping on both sides
03 -
  • Use the convection setting on your oven if you have it for extra even crisping
  • Let the baking sheet heat up in the oven before adding the fries for a head start on the crunch
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