Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Delight in the crispy goodness of these Baked Sweet Potato Fries, a healthier alternative to traditional fries. Coated in olive oil and your choice of seasonings, these fries are roasted to perfection, presenting a soft, tender interior and a golden-brown exterior. Perfect as a snack, side dish, or game-day treat, these sweet potato fries are both nutritious and satisfying. Share them with friends or enjoy them all to yourself!
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Servings
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Calories
5
Ingredients
Ingredients
Sweet potatoes
2 (peeled and sliced like steak fries)
Olive oil
2 tablespoons (for drizzling)
Salt
to taste (as seasoning)
Pepper
to taste (as seasoning)
Seasoning of choice
optional (e.g., garlic powder, taco seasoning, etc.)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
2
Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them into thick steak fry shapes.
3
In a large mixing bowl, drizzle the olive oil over the sweet potato slices.
4
Add your choice of seasonings along with salt and pepper to taste. Toss the potatoes to ensure they are evenly coated.
5
Place the sweet potato fries on a baking sheet in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd them.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then carefully turn the fries over.
7
Continue to bake for an additional 10 minutes, or until the fries are tender and golden brown.
8
Remove from the oven, let them cool slightly, and serve warm.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries?
They are a healthier alternative to traditional fries, roasted to perfection with a soft, tender interior and a golden-brown exterior.
What oven temperature is required for this recipe?
The oven should be preheated to 425°F or 220°C.
How many sweet potatoes are needed?
You will need two sweet potatoes for this recipe.
Should the sweet potatoes be peeled?
Yes, the instructions recommend peeling the sweet potatoes before slicing.
What shape should I cut the sweet potatoes into?
The sweet potatoes should be sliced into thick steak fry shapes.
What type of oil is best for these fries?
The recipe calls for olive oil to be drizzled over the slices.
How much olive oil is used?
You should use two tablespoons of olive oil.
What basic seasonings are used?
Salt and pepper are added to taste as basic seasonings.
What other seasonings can I add?
You can use seasonings of your choice, such as garlic powder or taco seasoning.
How do I ensure the fries are evenly coated?
Toss the potato slices in a large mixing bowl with the oil and seasonings to ensure an even coating.
How should I arrange the fries on the baking sheet?
Place them in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd the baking sheet.
What is the first stage of baking time?
Bake the fries in the preheated oven for the first 10 minutes.
Do I need to flip the sweet potato fries?
Yes, you should carefully turn the fries over after the initial 10 minutes of baking.
How long do the fries bake after being turned?
They should bake for an additional 10 minutes after being flipped.
What is the total estimated baking time?
The total baking time is approximately 20 minutes.
How can I tell when the fries are finished?
The fries are done when they are tender and have a golden brown exterior.
Should I serve the fries immediately after baking?
Remove them from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving warm.
Is this recipe suitable for vegetarians?
Yes, this recipe is tagged as vegetarian.
Are these fries considered a healthy snack?
Yes, they are described as a healthier alternative to traditional fried fries.
Is this a low protein dish?
Yes, the recipe is categorized with a low protein tag.
What occasions are these fries good for?
They are perfect as a snack, side dish, or game-day treat.
What is the texture of the inside of the fries?
The fries have a soft and tender interior.
What is the texture of the outside of the fries?
The exterior is crispy and golden-brown.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 5 ingredients including the optional seasoning.
Can I use taco seasoning?
Yes, taco seasoning is specifically mentioned as a seasoning option.
Is garlic powder a good addition?
Yes, garlic powder is suggested as a seasoning of choice.
Are these fries deep fried?
No, these fries are oven-baked.
Should I serve them warm or cold?
The recipe recommends serving the sweet potato fries warm.
Why shouldn't I overcrowd the baking sheet?
Avoiding overcrowding ensures the fries roast properly and become crispy.
Are these sweet potato fries satisfying?
Yes, the description states they are both nutritious and satisfying.