Baked Sweet Potato Fries Recipe

Sweet Potato Fries are a simple crispy spicy snack made with sweet potato, spices baked in oven. It is a healthier version of regular fries and can be enjoyed without much guilt also. These fries are usually made for evening tea time, small snack or even light dinner.

The outside becomes lightly crisp while inside stays soft and sweet. The spice coating gives nice balance to the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes. It tastes too good with mayonnaise or tomato sauce on side. This is one snack which feels simple but still very satisfying to eat at home.

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• About Sweet Potato Fries
• Sweet Potato Fries Ingredients
• How to make Sweet Potato Fries
• Expert Tips
• Serving and Storage
• FAQS
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About Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet Potato Fries are made using fresh sweet potatoes cut into long sticks and baked with few basic spices. Unlike deep fried fries, these are baked so they feel lighter and less oily on eating. Sweet Potato itself has natural sweetness which makes these fries taste different from normal potato fries.

The texture depends lot on how evenly you cut the sweet potato sticks. If pieces are uneven then some fries cook fast and some stay under done. Pepper, chilli flakes and garlic adds spice and flavor but does not overpower the taste much. Olive oil helps in baking and also gives that slight crisp which makes it nice to eat.

Sweet potato is also known for its health benefits and is more filling. It is rich in fiber and gives good energy for the body. When baked properly, fries turn golden brown on edges and stay soft inside part. Compared to regular fries, this feels more light and less heavy. That makes it a good snack option even for kids also.

I usually make this on weekends when I want something snacky but not deep fried. It is easy to prepare and needs very less effort. I make this often when sweet potato is already there at home.

Sweet Potato Fries Ingredients

• Sweet Potato - Used for making the fries, it gives soft texture inside. You can use medium ones also if that is what you have.
• Pepper powder - I added this for mild heat and flavor. Freshly ground pepper gives better taste always. You can reduce it if kids are eating.
• Chilli flakes - I have used this for slight spice and color. You can just add more or less as per your taste.
• Crushed garlic - I crushed it with my garlic press. It adds strong flavor and aroma. You can use garlic paste also.
• Olive oil - I have used this for coating the fries. It helps in even baking and slight crisp. You can use any cooking oil too.

Why This Recipe Works

• It is easy to make and needs very less preparation work.
• Baking makes it lighter than deep fried fries.
• Sweet potato gives natural sweetness and soft bite inside.
• The spices balance sweet and spicy flavor very well.
• It can be served as snack or side dish easily anytime.

Similar Recipes

• Idli fry
• Tortilla chips
• Kurkure bhindi fry
• Papdi
• Sweet potato jamun

How to make Sweet Potato Fries

1.Trim the edges, peel off the skin and chop them lengthwise like we do it for french fries.

2.Rinse it well, then drain water and let it dry for few minutes. You can even dab using a cloth or tissue.Then add required salt, pepper powder and chilli flakes.

3.Add crushed garlic or garlic paste. I used my garlic press. Preheat oven at 200 deg C.

4.Add oil, toss it well so that is is evenly coated

5.On a baking tray with aluminium foil, spread them. Bake in preheated oven at 200 deg C for 15-20 minutes or until golden browned. Toss in between for even baking.

Serve it as such or with ketchup.

Expert Tips

• Cutting - I cut sweet potato into even sized sticks so it bakes evenly. Uneven pieces will cook faster and some may stay under cooked and some may get burnt.
• Drying - I dry the sweet potato properly after washing. Try not to skip this step or fries may turn little soggy while baking.
• Tossing - I just toss the fries once in between baking time. This helps in browning evenly on all sides.
• Oven temperature - I bake it at 200 degree C. And just make sure that the oven is preheated before putting tray inside.
• Spice level - You can just adjust the pepper and chilli flakes based on taste and who is eating at home.

Serving and Storage

Serve it hot with mayonnaise, ketchup or any dip you like at home. This goes well with evening tea time or as small starter snack. It taste best when it is fresh and hot only. Leftovers can be stored in the fridge and reheat it in oven or on tawa before serving again. But I don't recommend storing the fried ones.

FAQS

1.Can I fry this?

Yes you can deep fry them, but baking feels more light and healthier.

2.Why my fries are not crispy?

They may not be dried well or oven may not be hot enough.

3.Can I add other spices?

Yes you can add paprika, oregano or mixed herbs also.

4.Can I make this in air fryer?

Yes it works well in air fryer too. You can adjust the timing.

5.Is this good for kids?

Yes, just reduce spice level for kids eating.

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