Sweet Potato Fries with Chipotle Mayo
These delightful sweet potato fries paired with a zesty chipotle mayo are a perfect snack for any occasion. Easy to prepare and absolutely delicious, they can be a hit at family gatherings or movie nights.
Equipment
- Oven
- Baking sheet
- food processor
Ingredients
Sweet Potato Fries:
- 3 medium sweet potatoes peeled and sliced into matchsticks
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 1 1/2 teaspoons coarse kosher salt
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons ground sumac
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- Chopped fresh cilantro
- Crumbled cotija cheese
Chipotle Mayo:
- 2/3 cup Greek yogurt or skyr
- 2 tablespoons mayonnaise
- 2 chipotle peppers in adobo sauce canned
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 1 1/2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- Pinch of kosher salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
For Sweet Potato Fries:
- In a mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato matchsticks with olive oil, kosher salt, smoked paprika, sumac, cumin, and onion powder until they are completely coated.
- Arrange the coated sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet. If making a larger quantity, consider using a second sheet.
- Bake for 12 minutes, then turn the fries and continue baking for an additional 12 to 15 minutes until crispy and golden.
- Once out of the oven, garnish the fries with fresh cilantro and crumbled cotija cheese.
For Chipotle Mayo:
- In a small food processor, combine the Greek yogurt or skyr, mayonnaise, chipotle peppers, chili powder, garlic, honey, olive oil, and a pinch of salt. Blend until the mixture is creamy and smooth.
- Taste and season with additional salt and pepper if desired.
- Serve the sweet potato fries while hot alongside the chipotle mayo for a delightful dipping experience. Enjoy!