Best 8 Sweet And Spicy Sweet Potato Baked Fries Recipes

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**Indulge in a Culinary Symphony of Sweet and Spicy Sweet Potato Baked Fries: A Journey Through a Flavorful Delight**

Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure with our tantalizing sweet and spicy sweet potato baked fries. This delightful dish combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with a piquant blend of spices, resulting in a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're a seasoned foodie or a home cook looking for a unique twist on a classic side dish, these fries are sure to impress. In this article, we'll take you on a step-by-step journey through two irresistible sweet potato baked fries recipes, each offering its own unique take on this delectable treat. So, get ready to elevate your taste buds and discover the perfect balance of sweet and spicy with our scrumptious sweet potato baked fries.

**Recipe 1: Sweet and Savory Sweet Potato Fries – A Classic with a Twist**

Our first recipe introduces you to the classic sweet and savory sweet potato fries. With a focus on simplicity and flavor, this recipe requires just a handful of ingredients and minimal effort. We'll guide you through the process of selecting the perfect sweet potatoes, slicing them into perfect fry shapes, and coating them in a tantalizing blend of olive oil, salt, and pepper. The result is a crispy, golden-brown exterior that yields to a tender and flavorful interior.

**Recipe 2: Sweet Heat Sweet Potato Fries – A Spicy Culinary Expedition**

For those who crave a more adventurous flavor profile, our sweet heat sweet potato fries recipe is sure to satisfy. Get ready to ignite your taste buds with a combination of sweet potatoes, chili powder, cumin, paprika, and cayenne pepper. We'll take you through the steps of creating a perfectly balanced spice blend that complements the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes, resulting in fries that pack a flavorful punch.

**Unleash Your Creativity: Endless Variations and Accompaniments**

The beauty of these sweet potato baked fries lies in their versatility. We'll provide inspiration for creative variations, such as adding a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese, a drizzle of honey, or a dollop of sour cream. We'll also suggest a selection of delectable dipping sauces, from classic ketchup and mayonnaise to more exotic options like avocado crema or spicy sriracha mayo.

**A Culinary Journey Awaits: Embark on a Flavorful Adventure**

Join us on this culinary journey as we explore the delectable world of sweet and spicy sweet potato baked fries. With two irresistible recipes, endless variations, and a plethora of dipping sauce options, you'll discover a new favorite side dish that will leave your taste buds craving more. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and prepare to embark on a flavor-filled adventure with our sweet and spicy sweet potato baked fries.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY BAKED SWEET POTATO "FRIES"



Spicy Baked Sweet Potato

This recipe is adapted from a weight loss websites newsletter. Posted for 2006 Zaar World Tour - Mexico

Provided by lauralie41

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 medium sweet potatoes, washed and cut lengthwise into strips 1/3 inch on each side
1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon onion powder

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450°F With aluminum foil or parchment paper, line a cookie sheet.
  • In a medium bowl, combine sweet potatoes with olive oil and seasonings. Mix well to evenly coat potatoes. Place potato strips on the foil or parchment lined cookie sheet and leave space between strips for even baking.
  • Bake for approximately 15 minutes or until potatoes become crispy. Turn strips every 5 to 7 minutes as needed. Serve immediately.

OVEN BAKED SWEET POTATO FRIES



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Need a side dish? Bake a batch of sweet potato fries that will please your friends and family. Soybean oil, labeled vegetable oil, helps brown evenly. Season as you please!

Provided by United Soybean Board

Categories     Trusted Brands: Recipes and Tips     United Soybean Board

Time 33m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into 1x3-inch wedges
3 tablespoons soybean oil (often labeled "vegetable oil")
½ teaspoon sea salt
½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
¼ teaspoon paprika
¼ teaspoon garlic powder

Steps:

  • Position rack in upper third of oven and preheat oven to 425 degrees F. Spray baking sheet with non-stick spray.
  • Place sweet potatoes and soybean oil in large bowl, toss lightly. Sprinkle with salt, pepper and paprika.
  • Arrange potatoes in a single layer on prepared baking sheet, being sure not to overcrowd.
  • Bake until tender and golden brown, turning occasionally. Cooking time is 18 to 24 minutes. Cool 5 minutes before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 287.2 calories, Carbohydrate 46 g, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 345.1 mg, Sugar 9.5 g

SWEET AND SPICY OVEN-BAKED SWEET POTATO FRIES



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These Sweet and Spicy Oven-Baked Sweet Potato Fries have a smoky flavor thanks to smoked paprika, red pepper flakes for a spicy kick, and a punch of garlic. Plus, no soggy and limp fries here; they come out perfectly crisp and ready for devouring.

Provided by Kim

Categories     Side dishes

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 pound (455g) sweet potatoes, washed, scrubbed, and dried
2 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes, more or less depending on taste
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

Steps:

  • Position the rack in the middle of your oven and preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a sheet pan in the oven to heat. Preheating the sheet pan in the oven helps make these sweet potato fries crispy.
  • Cut the sweet potatoes into sticks 1/4 to 1/3 inch thick and place them in a large bowl. Add the oil to the bowl and toss the sweet potatoes until evenly coated. In a small bowl, mix the spices and salt until combined. Add the spice mixture to the large bowl with the sweet potatoes. Stir the sweet potatoes to coat well with the spice mixture.
  • Once the sheet pan is hot (a drop of water should bounce on the pan when the pan is hot enough), spread the sweet potatoes out evenly, in a single layer. Roast until brown and crisp on the bottom, about 15 minutes. Flip the fries over, and continue to roast until tender and browned and crisp all over, about another 15 minutes.
  • Transfer the fries to a serving bowl and eat immediately.

Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1/4 of recipe, Calories 160 calories, Sugar 4.9g, Sodium 353mg, Fat 7.1g, SaturatedFat 1g, Carbohydrate 23.3g, Fiber 3.6g, Protein 1.9g, Cholesterol 0mg

SPICY BAKED SWEET POTATO FRIES



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These are so tasty your family won't believe they are eating healthy! Nothing this good for you should taste so good...or be this easy to cook. These are delicious plain, but may be dipped in honey mustard sauce, ketchup, or even guacamole.

Provided by DRUMNWRITE

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 sweet potatoes, cut into French fries
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • In a plastic bag, combine the sweet potatoes, canola oil, taco seasoning, and cayenne pepper. Close and shake the bag until the fries are evenly coated. Spread the fries out in a single layer on two large baking sheets.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until crispy and brown on one side. Turn the fries over using a spatula, and cook for another 30 minutes, or until they are all crispy on the outside and tender inside. Thinner fries may not take as long.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 399.5 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

SWEET POTATO FRIES



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These addictive seasoned "fries" from Mark Bittman are actually baked, but we promise you won't miss the grease. The spice mix - garlic powder, paprika, salt and black pepper - can be used on regular potatoes as well (you'll just need to increase the baking time a bit).

Provided by Mark Bittman

Categories     easy, side dish

Time 35m

Yield 4 to 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 400.
  • Cut the sweet potatoes into sticks 1/4 to 1/2 inch wide and 3 inches long, and toss them with the oil.
  • Mix the spices, salt and pepper in a small bowl, and toss them with the sweet potatoes. Spread them out on 2 rimmed baking sheets.
  • Bake until brown and crisp on the bottom, about 15 minutes, then flip and cook until the other side is crisp, about 10 minutes. Serve hot.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 173, UnsaturatedFat 4 grams, Carbohydrate 31 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 365 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams

SPICED SWEET POTATO FRIES



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A spicy homemade seasoning blend shakes up everyone's favorite finger food in this rendition of sweet potato fries. -Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 25m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 package (19 ounces) frozen french-fried sweet potatoes
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon curry powder
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/8 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Bake fries according to package directions. Meanwhile, in a small bowl, combine the remaining ingredients. Sprinkle over fries; toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 129 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 241mg sodium, Carbohydrate 24g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 0 protein.

SWEET AND SPICY AIR FRIED SWEET POTATOES



Sweet and Spicy Air Fried Sweet Potatoes image

These sweet potatoes are coated in a spice mixture that is both sweet and spicy and then roasted in an air fryer until brown and crispy.

Provided by Fancy Pants

Categories     Side Dish     Fries Recipes     Sweet Potato Fries Recipes

Time 25m

Yield 3

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 large sweet potato, cut into 1/2-inch pieces
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar
¼ teaspoon sea salt
¼ teaspoon chili powder
¼ teaspoon ground paprika
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
⅛ teaspoon onion powder
ground black pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Preheat an air fryer to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) according to manufacturer's instructions.
  • Place sweet potato in a large bowl. Drizzle with olive oil, then add brown sugar, salt, chili powder, paprika, cayenne pepper, onion powder, and pepper. Stir until potatoes are evenly coated and spread out onto the air fryer rack.
  • Cook on the upper rack of the preheated air fryer until browned and crispy, 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 189.1 calories, Carbohydrate 35.3 g, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 4.7 g, Protein 2.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 233.6 mg, Sugar 10.8 g

SWEET AND SPICY SWEET POTATOES



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The spicy mixture covering these sweet potatoes is also good on chicken pieces!

Provided by Erin R Pitman

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons packed brown sugar
1 ½ tablespoons paprika
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon poultry seasoning
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Place the sweet potato chunks into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil, then sprinkle the brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, poultry seasoning, chili powder, and cayenne pepper overtop. Toss until the potatoes are evenly coated with the seasoning. Spread onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then turn the potatoes over with a spatula, and continue baking until the sweet potatoes are golden and tender, 10 to 15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.3 calories, Carbohydrate 50.3 g, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 130.3 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for firm, evenly shaped sweet potatoes with smooth skin. Avoid any that are bruised or have soft spots.
  • Cut the sweet potatoes evenly: This will ensure that they cook evenly. If the fries are too thick, they will take longer to cook and may not get crispy. If they are too thin, they will cook too quickly and may burn.
  • Soak the sweet potato fries in cold water: This will help to remove excess starch, which can make the fries soggy. Soaking the fries also helps them to crisp up in the oven.
  • Season the sweet potato fries generously: Sweet potatoes have a mild flavor, so it's important to season them well. Use a combination of salt, pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  • Don't overcrowd the baking sheet: This will prevent the fries from cooking evenly. Make sure there is enough space between each fry so that they can get crispy.
  • Bake the sweet potato fries at a high temperature: This will help them to get crispy. Bake the fries at 425 degrees Fahrenheit for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
  • Serve the sweet potato fries immediately: They are best when served hot and crispy. You can serve them with your favorite dipping sauce, such as ketchup, ranch dressing, or honey mustard.

Conclusion:

Sweet and spicy sweet potato fries are a delicious and easy-to-make snack or side dish. They are crispy, flavorful, and have just the right amount of heat. Plus, they are a healthier alternative to traditional potato fries. So next time you are looking for a tasty and satisfying snack, give these sweet and spicy sweet potato fries a try!

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