Description
These Crispy Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries are the perfect healthier alternative to traditional fried fries. Seasoned with garlic powder, paprika, and a hint of black pepper, these fries are baked until golden and crispy without the need for deep frying. A simple soak in cold water and a coating of cornstarch help achieve the perfect crunch, making them an irresistible side dish or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled optional and cut into fries)
Seasonings & Coating
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika optional)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for extra crispiness)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a baking sheet inside the oven while it heats to ensure it is hot and ready for baking the fries.
- Prepare the Sweet Potatoes: Peel the sweet potatoes if desired, then cut them into 1/4 inch thick fries. Try to keep the fries uniform in size to ensure even cooking.
- Soak the Fries: Place the cut fries in a bowl of cold water and let them soak for 30 minutes. This step removes excess starch, which helps the fries become crispier when baked.
- Season the Fries: Drain and thoroughly pat the fries dry with paper towels to remove all moisture. In a large bowl, toss the fries with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Add cornstarch and toss again so each fry is coated evenly.
- Bake the Fries: Carefully remove the hot baking sheet from the oven and spread the fries out in a single layer without overcrowding. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping the fries halfway through to promote even crisping and browning.
- Check for Crispiness: When the fries are golden brown and crispy, remove them from the oven. Allow them to cool for a few minutes before serving to let the texture set.
Notes
- Soaking the fries in cold water is essential to remove excess starch and achieve crispiness.
- Using cornstarch adds an extra crunchy texture to the fries.
- Make sure the fries are in a single layer on the baking sheet to avoid steaming.
- Flipping the fries halfway through baking ensures even cooking and browning.
- Smoked paprika can be used for a smoky flavor variation.
- For best results, serve the fries immediately after baking.
- Prep Time: 40 minutes (includes 30 minutes soaking)
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 150g)
- Calories: 160 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 3.5 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
Keywords: sweet potato fries, oven baked fries, crispy sweet potato fries, healthy fries, baked fries, gluten free side dish
