Name: Spicy Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 65 min
Ingredients: 2 sweet potatoes; 2 tablespoons olive oil; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder; 1/2 teaspoon onion powder; Salt and pepper to taste

Spicy Baked Sweet Potato Fries

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These spicy baked sweet potato fries are the perfect combination of sweet and spicy. The sweet potatoes are baked to crispy perfection and seasoned with a delicious blend of spices that will leave your taste buds tingling. This easy recipe is a healthier alternative to traditional French fries and makes a great side dish or snack.

Ingredients

2 sweet potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400°F.
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into fries.
In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato fries with olive oil, paprika, cayenne pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper until evenly coated.
Spread the seasoned sweet potato fries in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the fries are crispy and golden brown.
Serve hot and enjoy!

Interesting Facts

Sweet potatoes are a great source of vitamins A and C, fiber, and antioxidants.

Baking sweet potato fries instead of frying them significantly reduces the amount of unhealthy fats in the dish.

The combination of spices in this recipe adds a delicious kick to the sweet potato fries.