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OnlineCook
April 29, 2025
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.
6 Ingredients
Recipe
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.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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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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