SPICY SWEET POTATO POWER FRIES

LEEZA JOHAN

Sweet potatoes are my jam. I love them any way you can make them, but lately, I've been craving something with a kick. So, I decided to play around with a recipe for some spicy-sweet potato power fries. My boyfriend loves them, so I know I'm onto something. They're a little sweet, a little spicy, and a whole lot of delicious.

SPICY SWEET POTATO POWER FRIES

SPICY SWEET POTATO POWER FRIES

Prep time: 10 minutes

Cook time: 25 minutes

Yields: 4 servings

Ingredients

  • 2 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4 inch thick fries

  • 1 tbsp olive oil

  • 1 tsp smoked paprika

  • 1 tsp garlic powder

  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper

  • 1/2 tsp chili powder

  • 1/4 tsp cinnamon

  • Salt and pepper to taste

  • 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)

  • 2 tbsp maple syrup or honey, for drizzling (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C).

  2. In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato fries with olive oil until they are evenly coated.

  3. In a small bowl, mix the smoked paprika, garlic powder, cayenne pepper, chili powder, and cinnamon.

  4. Sprinkle the spice mixture over the fries and toss again to make sure they are well-coated. Season with salt and pepper to your liking.

  5. Spread the fries in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. This is key for getting them nice and crispy.

  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are tender on the inside and crispy on the outside.

  7. Once out of the oven, transfer the fries to a serving bowl. If you want a little extra sweetness, drizzle them with maple syrup or honey. Garnish with fresh cilantro if you like.

  8. Serve immediately and watch them disappear!

Enjoy, and happy cooking!   LEEZA JOHAN

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