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April 29, 2025
6 Ingredients
EASY
Kick your sweet potatoes up a notch with a spicy hit of chili and cayenne pepper! The recipe is a Yummly original created by Sara Mellas.


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Best Spicy Sweet Potato Fries
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 425°F.
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Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Cut the sweet potatoes into wedges about 3/4 inch thick.
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Place the sweet potatoes in a large mixing bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Sprinkle evenly with the chili powder, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper. Use a rubber spatula to toss the sweet potatoes until they are evenly coated.
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Transfer the sweet potatoes to the baking sheet and arrange so there is as much space between the wedges as possible.
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Roast the sweet potatoes on middle rack of oven for 12 minutes.
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Carefully flip the sweet potatoes. Continue roasting until they are tender and slightly charred at the edges, 10-14 minutes.
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Check to see that sweet potatoes are done. Remove from oven or add time as needed.
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Serve immediately.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Potato Slice Precision 🔪Cut sweet potato wedges uniformly to 1/2-inch thickness to ensure even cooking and crispy exterior.
- Moisture Removal Magic 💨Pat sweet potato slices completely dry with paper towels before seasoning to guarantee maximum crispiness and prevent steaming.
- Spice Layer Technique 🌶️Mix dry spices with olive oil first to create a paste-like coating that helps spices adhere better and distribute more evenly.
- Baking Sheet Strategy 🥔Use a rimmed baking sheet and spread fries in a single layer without overcrowding to achieve maximum crispiness and prevent soggy results.
- High-Heat Transformation 🔥Roast at 425-450°F to create a perfect crispy exterior while maintaining a soft, creamy interior in sweet potato fries.
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Diet at a Glance
Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Low-Cholesterol
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Nutrition Per Serving
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Allergen Analysis
Milk Free
Lactose Free
Eggs Free
Fish Free
Shellfish Free
Treenuts Free
Peanuts Free
Wheat Free
Soy Free
Sesame Free
Sulphites Free
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