Description
Crispy and flavorful Spicy Sweet Potato Fries baked to perfection. These fries are coated with oil and seasoned with Creole or spicy seasoning salt, delivering a deliciously sweet and spicy twist on a classic favorite, perfect as a snack or side dish.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 2 lbs. total)
- 2 Tbsp cooking oil of choice
- 1 tsp Creole seasoning or spicy seasoning salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 400ºF (204ºC) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Prepare the sweet potatoes: Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them into fries approximately 1/4 to 1/2 inch wide. Place the sliced sweet potatoes on the prepared baking sheet and drizzle with your choice of cooking oil. Toss the fries to evenly coat them with oil, then spread them out in a single layer to promote even baking.
- Bake the fries: Bake the sweet potato fries in the fully preheated oven for about 45 minutes. Stir the fries every 20 minutes to ensure they brown evenly and develop a nice blistered texture.
- Season and serve: Once the fries are browned and blistered, remove them from the oven and sprinkle with Creole seasoning or your chosen spicy seasoning salt. Serve immediately for the best crispness and flavor.
Notes
- For crispier fries, make sure to space them out on the baking sheet without overcrowding.
- You can substitute Creole seasoning with smoked paprika, chili powder, or cayenne pepper for different spice profiles.
- Use avocado oil or olive oil for a healthier cooking oil option.
- Sweet potatoes vary in size and moisture content; if fries are not crisping well, consider slightly increasing baking time or broiling briefly at the end.
- Serve with dipping sauces like garlic aioli, ketchup, or spicy mayo for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
