Spicy sweet potato fries (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ For the sweet potato fries
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2 large sweet potatoes
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp paprika
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Salt and freshly ground pepper
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Sea salt (to serve)
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Chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
→ For the avocado dip
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2 minced garlic cloves
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1 ripe avocado
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60 ml yogurt
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1 tbsp lemon juice
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Salt and pepper
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Chopped fresh cilantro
# Instructions:
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Heat your oven to 220°C and position the rack in the top part. Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
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Slice the sweet potatoes into thin, even sticks. Keeping them the same size helps them cook evenly for crispy fries.
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Toss the sliced sweet potatoes in a big bowl with olive oil. Sprinkle in the paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper, then mix it all up well.
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Place the fries on the tray, making sure they're spread out and not piled on top of each other.
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Bake for about 10-15 minutes, or until you notice the fries turning golden and crisp. Move them around and bake for an extra 10 minutes or until the edges get a little brown.
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For the avocado dip, start by blending garlic in a food processor or herb chopper. Add the ripe avocado, yogurt, and lemon juice, then mix until creamy and smooth. Give it some salt, pepper, and a sprinkle of chopped cilantro.
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Sprinkle sea salt and fresh cilantro over the fries. Serve them up with your avocado dip and enjoy!
# Notes:
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This dish uses 2 large sweet potatoes. If yours are on the smaller side, reduce the oil, as too much oil can stop the fries from crisping up.
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To get even crispier fries, toss the sweet potato sticks in a mix of 2 tbsp corn starch and 2 tbsp water before baking.