Sweet Potato Fries

Ingredients

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat oven to 425°F (220°C). Peel 2 large sweet potatoes (or scrub well — skin is edible). Cut into ½-inch wide fries (uniform size matters).

2. 2

   Soak the cut fries in cold water for 30 minutes. This removes excess starch. Drain and pat very dry — wet fries don't crisp.

3. 3

   In a large bowl, toss the dry fries with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. The cornstarch creates the crispy exterior.

4. 4

   Add 2 tablespoons of olive oil, 1 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon paprika, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon black pepper, ¼ teaspoon cayenne (optional). Toss to coat completely.

5. 5

   Spread on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer with space between fries. Use two sheets if needed — crowded fries steam.

6. 6

   Bake 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway, until deeply golden and crispy. Sprinkle with extra salt while hot. Serve immediately with sriracha mayo, ranch, or honey mustard.