Crispy Sweet Potato Fries (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Main Ingredients
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2 medium-sized sweet potatoes, slice them into 1/4-inch sticks and peel if you feel like it
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1 teaspoon sea salt—just the right amount for flavor
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1 teaspoon garlic powder to pack some punch
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1 teaspoon paprika (go for smoked if you're feeling adventurous)
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2 tablespoons of your favorite olive oil
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1/2 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground for that kick
→ Optional Crispy Coating
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1 tablespoon of cornstarch to get that irresistible crunch
# Instructions:
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Fire up your oven to 425°F (220°C). Here's a little trick: throw in your baking sheet while it heats up to give your fries the best start.
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Chop up those sweet potatoes into even sticks about 1/4 inch thick. Peel them if you feel like it, or leave the skins on for extra texture.
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Toss your sliced sweet potatoes into cold water for 30 minutes. This step washes off the extra starch—that's how you get crispy results.
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Once you've dried those fries off completely, mix them up with olive oil, some garlic powder, paprika, a sprinkle of salt, and a dash of pepper. Feeling fancy? Toss in some cornstarch for that extra crisp!
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Pull out the hot sheet, line up your fries in one layer. The more space, the better! Cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway till they turn that lovely golden color.
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Pull those crispy fries out of the oven and set them aside to cool just a bit before you dive in. Trust me, they're hard to resist!
# Notes:
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Enjoy these fries right away for the best crispy bite!
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Cornstarch is the secret weapon for getting a crunch outside while keeping them soft inside.
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Keep fries spaced out on the sheet. Too many in one spot means they'll steam, not crisp.