Description
Crispy sweet potato fries bring rustic Southern comfort to your kitchen with golden, perfectly seasoned edges. Salt, pepper, and a hint of paprika elevate these irresistible potato strips, promising a delightful crunch you’ll crave again and again.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 lbs (907 grams) sweet potatoes (2–3 medium)
Coating Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) cornstarch
- 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) extra-virgin olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon (2.5 grams) fine sea salt
Optional Seasonings:
- Black pepper
- Cayenne pepper
- Garlic powder
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F and position racks in the upper and lower thirds to ensure even heat distribution.
- Prepare two baking sheets by lining them with parchment paper for easy cleanup and non-stick surface.
- Thoroughly wash potatoes, then carefully peel and slice them into uniform 1/4-inch thick fries to promote consistent cooking.
- Distribute the cut potato strips evenly between the two prepared baking sheets, ensuring they are not overcrowded.
- Sprinkle cornstarch and salt across the potato strips, using a light hand to create a thin, even coating that will help achieve maximum crispiness.
- Drizzle olive oil over the seasoned fries, gently tossing them to ensure each piece is completely and uniformly coated.
- Spread the fries in a single layer, making sure no pieces are touching, which allows hot air to circulate and crisp up every surface.
- Place sheets in the oven and bake for 20 minutes, then carefully flip each fry to promote even browning and crunchiness.
- Rotate the baking sheets between upper and lower racks, continuing to bake for an additional 10-18 minutes until golden and crisp.
- Remove from oven and season with additional salt, herbs, or preferred seasoning to enhance the final flavor profile.
Notes
- Cornstarch Magic Coating fries with cornstarch creates an ultra-crispy exterior by absorbing moisture and helping achieve golden-brown perfection.
- Oil Distribution Ensure even oil coating by thoroughly tossing fries to guarantee consistent crispiness across every potato strip.
- Temperature Control Using high oven heat (425F) helps develop crisp edges while maintaining soft interiors without deep-frying.
- Spacing Strategy Spreading fries in a single layer prevents steaming and promotes maximum crunchiness by allowing hot air circulation.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Appetizer
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg