Crispy Sweet Potato Fries (Printable Version)
Golden-brown sweet potato fries with garlic and paprika, baked to crispy perfection with a secret soaking technique.
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled (optional) and cut into fries
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon paprika (smoked paprika optional for extra flavor)
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1 teaspoon salt
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½ teaspoon black pepper
→ Optional
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1 tablespoon cornstarch for extra crispiness
# Steps:
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Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F). Place a baking sheet inside the oven while it heats to get it nice and hot.
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Peel the sweet potatoes (optional) and cut them into 0.6 cm (1/4 inch) thick fries. Try to make them as uniform as possible to ensure they cook evenly.
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Place the cut sweet potato fries in a bowl of cold water for 30 minutes. This step removes excess starch, which is key to getting crispy fries.
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After soaking, drain and pat the fries dry with a paper towel to remove moisture. In a large bowl, toss the fries with olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper. If using cornstarch for extra crispiness, sprinkle it in now and toss everything together.
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Carefully remove the hot baking sheet from the oven. Spread the fries in a single layer on the sheet, ensuring they aren't overcrowded. Bake for 25-30 minutes, flipping the fries halfway through, until they are golden brown and crispy.
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Once the fries are crisp and golden, remove them from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving.
# Notes:
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Soaking the sweet potato fries in cold water helps remove excess starch, resulting in crispier fries.
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Using a preheated baking sheet creates immediate heat contact with the fries, enhancing crispiness.