Sweet Potato Fries Recipe
Who doesn’t want fries that also count as eating a little healthier? These oven-baked sweet potato fries make it possible! Serve with a fresh yogurt dip, they’ll be gone before you know it.
Servings: 3 portions
Ingredients
- 500 grams sweet potatoes about 1 lb
- 1 tbsp sunflower oil
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 220-230°C (425-445°F) using a conventional oven. Wash and scrub the potatoes (skin on). Cut into even fries about 6-7 mm (about ¼ inch) thick.
- Add to a bowl with a little sunflower oil and toss to coat. Add cornstarch and salt, then toss again.
- Spread the fries on a sheet pan with plenty of space between them. Bake for 15 minutes, then toss and return to the oven for 10 minutes.
- Check if they need 5-10 minutes more or if they’re done. If they’re browning too quickly or still soft, adjust your oven temperature.
- After 30-35 minutes, the fries should be crisp on the outside and tender inside. Serve with your favorite dip.
Tips
Remember that sweet potato fries have a different texture than regular fries and bake differently. The thicker the fries, the longer they need and the more likely the outside burns. They’ll never get as crispy as deep-fried fries in the oven.
How to store
Store in the fridge for up to 2 days, but it's best to eat them right away. They are best fresh.