Crispy Baked Sweet Potato Fries with Chipotle Aioli
Oven-baked sweet potato fries turn golden and crisp with simple pantry spices. Perfect alongside burgers, sandwiches, or as a snack with homemade chipotle aioli. Makes 4 servings. Gluten-free.
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 748kcal
Equipment
Ingredients
For the Fries
- 2-3 large sweet potatoes peeled, cut into sticks about 3" long and ¼" wide
- 3 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp Kosher salt
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 tsp dried oregano
- ½ tsp sweet paprika
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
For the Chipotle Aioli
- 1 large egg yolk
- 1 clove of garlic, finely chopped
- 4 tsp lemon juice
- ½ cup canola oil
- ½ cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 tsp chili powder or 2 Tbsp sauce from canned chipotle in adobo sauce
- ½ tsp Kosher salt
- ⅛ tsp freshly cracked black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the sweet potatoes. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place sweet potatoes in a large bowl, then toss with olive oil and all spices, coating well. Place on two rimmed baking sheets, making sure the sweet potatoes are in a single layer.
- Cook the fries. Place fries in the oven, then cook for 20-25 minutes, tossing once about halfway through. Serve immediately. Meanwhile, make the dipping sauce.
- Make the chipotle aioli. Place egg yolk, minced garlic, and lemon juice in the bowl of a food processor fitted with blade attachment. With the motor running, very slowly stream in the canola oil until the mixture thickens. Scrape down the sides as needed.
- Slowly add olive oil. Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl. Slowly stream in the olive oil, whisking vigorously to incorporate fully. Add the chili powder (or chipotle in adobo sauce), salt, and black pepper, then stir to combine. Place in a refrigerator until needed.
Notes
- Note: Nutrition facts include all of the chipotle aioli (you’ll have leftovers).
- Crispy tip: Don’t overcrowd—use one sheet pan per sweet potato to prevent steaming.
- Serving & storage: Best hot and crisp. If holding, cool on a rack. Reheat at 350°F / 175°C until crispy. Fries keep up to 4 days refrigerated.
- Aioli: Keeps up to 3 days; flavor intensifies over time.
- Prep ahead: Cut fries and store fully submerged in water. Dry completely before seasoning and roasting.
Nutrition
Calories: 748kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 67g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 46mg | Sodium: 978mg | Potassium: 620mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 24461IU | Vitamin C: 6mg | Calcium: 72mg | Iron: 2mg
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