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Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Spicy Sriracha Mayo

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These crispy baked sweet potato fries are perfectly crunchy on the outside and tender on the inside, served with a creamy, spicy sriracha mayo that adds a delicious kick. A healthier alternative to fried fries, perfect for snacks or family meals.

Ingredients

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  • 3 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds / 900 grams), peeled and cut into fries
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 3 tablespoons olive oil (extra virgin preferred)
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon salt or to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper (freshly ground if possible)
  • ½ cup mayonnaise
  • 2 tablespoons sriracha sauce
  • 1 teaspoon lime juice (freshly squeezed)
  • ½ teaspoon honey
  • Pinch of garlic powder (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
  2. Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into evenly sized fries about ¼ to ½ inch thick (roughly 6 to 12 mm).
  3. In a large bowl, toss the cut fries with the cornstarch until lightly coated.
  4. Add olive oil, garlic powder, paprika, salt, and black pepper to the fries. Toss again to coat every piece.
  5. Arrange the fries on a parchment-lined baking sheet in a single layer without overlapping.
  6. Bake for 25 minutes, then flip each fry carefully with a spatula to promote even cooking.
  7. Bake for another 10-15 minutes or until fries are browned and crispy on the edges.
  8. While fries bake, mix the spicy sriracha mayo: In a small bowl, whisk together mayonnaise, sriracha, lime juice, honey, and a pinch of garlic powder until smooth and creamy.
  9. Remove fries from oven and let them cool for a few minutes to crisp up more.
  10. Serve warm with a generous dollop of spicy sriracha mayo on the side.

Notes

If fries aren’t crispy enough, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end, watching carefully to avoid burning. Cutting fries thinner yields crunchier texture but watch bake time to avoid dryness. Par-baking fries for 10 minutes before seasoning can speed up cooking without sacrificing texture. Sriracha mayo tastes better after resting a few hours in the fridge. Avoid overcrowding fries on baking sheet to prevent sogginess.

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