3 ingredient baked sweet potato fries
Baked sweet potato fries – with just three ingredients – yes, that is it. Technically, these are not fries because, well, they are not fried. I assume there is no rule about not calling veggies that are not fried “fries”. Therefore, we will go with fries. Shall we? Here is what I have for you today – say with me – 3 ingredient “baked” sweet potato “fries”.
How do we feel about sweet potatoes here? Love them, do not care, or cannot stand them? I happen to love them. Growing up I was not a big fan. Indian version or sweet potatoes that were locally grown in the part of India where I am from were called “Kachalu”. It is kind of a fun word to say but I did not have as much fun eating them. The usual or most common way of serving kachalu was as a ‘chaat” (check out this sweet potato chaat). So boiled sweet potatoes, cubed, mixed with chopped onions, green chilis, cilantro and dressed with tamarind and mint chutneys. I did not care for it much then but now that as I am writing it down, it seems fun and interesting. I actually might have to make it share with you all. What do you think?
Jump to RecipeI love the texture of sweet potato fries and I first tried them in Auburn where a local restaurant served them as a side. If you have been reading TKD for some time now, you might know that I love to oven “fry” or roast many things. Like this broccoli, sweet potatoes (cubes, not fries…hah), Brussel sprouts and so on. Oven roasting or baking adds a nice texture and crunch to the veggies without all the oil. These baked fries are very healthy since they have all the goodness of sweet potatoes and they are not fried.
Sweet potatoes are so good for you. They are lower in calories and carbs than a regular potato, so if you are watching carbs, sweet potato is your buddy (sweet potatoes are higher in sugar though). With pretty much a similar texture as a potato, sweet potatoes can be substituted for a potato in almost anything. Mashed sweet potatoes, shepherd’s pie, sweet potato wedges, sweet potato fries etc. Grab some sweet taters and make these baked sweet potato fries – pronto!!
Recipe run down
Three ingredients – sweet potatoes (duh), olive oil and chili lime seasoning (or any kind of seasoning blend you like). Slice the sweet potatoes and cut into “fries”, mix the ingredients, lay on cookie sheet and bake in a 425 degrees oven for 20 – 25 minutes. There will be some brown spots on the fries and you want them. Do not be intimidated or think that you have burnt the fries. Trust me when I say that there is a lot of flavor in those burnt (err..charred) spots.
Serve these baked sweet potato fries for game day, as a healthy side dish with your dinner or just as a snack to munch on anytime during the day. Oven roasted sweet potatoes (like these) are awesome too – by themselves or in this salad. Pretty good!
Here is a handy printable.
3 Ingredient Baked Sweet Potato Fries
Ingredients
- 4 sweet potatoes peeled and cut into sticks/fries
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 2 teaspoon chili lime seasoning see notes
Instructions
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Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F or 220 degrees C
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Place the sweet potatoes on a large cookie/baking sheet and toss with olive oil and chili lime seasoning.
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Make sure that the fries are spread out in an even layer and do not overcrowd the cookie sheet.
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Bake for 15 minutes, shake the cookie sheet, rotate it and bake for another 5-10 minutes.
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Your crispy yet tender baked sweet potato fries are ready. Remove from the oven and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
If you do not have chili lime seasoning, feel free to use any kind of seasoned salt or just a blend of salt, black pepper and garlic powder. Yumm!
If you end up making these baked sweet potato fries, don’t forget to also tag me on Instagram so I can check yours out! Also, please leave a comment below and/or rate this recipe.
Love – Vaishali.
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Krish
September 13, 2018 at 9:48 amI have always like sweet potatoes…..baked will be sure healthy and tasty….worth a try..
God bless you..
Vaishali
September 13, 2018 at 10:13 amThanks Krish!
Juli
September 13, 2018 at 11:42 amI know I could enjoy some of these right now!
Suraj
September 13, 2018 at 12:00 pmNice article… Keep it up…
Viv
September 13, 2018 at 4:31 pmSo delighted to have come across your website! Some great recipes — and I’m NUTS about sweet potatoes so I’ll definitely be trying this!
Devyani Ray
September 14, 2018 at 11:35 amI am loving your recipes. Followed you on IG too.
Vaishali
September 14, 2018 at 12:01 pmThanks Devyani..<3
Stephanie Vazquez
September 14, 2018 at 11:51 amCHILI LIME?! I will have to try!! I’m addicted to Tajin!! Hahaha
Vaishali
September 14, 2018 at 12:02 pmTajin will work great in this recipe. I might actually try it. Thanks!
Aakanksha
September 14, 2018 at 12:16 pmOoo. I am always looking for how to make sweet potatoes interesting since they r not my favourite vegetable!!! Thanks.
Nina Nichols
September 14, 2018 at 12:34 pmLooks so yummy! I love sweet potato and I always fry it. Never tried a baked one so definitely going to try this.
Lindsay McGlamery
September 14, 2018 at 12:58 pmLooks yummy and fun! I will have to give it a try with some of my friends.
Theunion sports blog
September 14, 2018 at 1:12 pmNow that’s a good looking image. I love the simple steps you shared. Thanks
Evelyn Hernandez
September 14, 2018 at 6:19 pmWe love baking sweet potatoes and then adding a bit of spice. They are delicious.
Maysz
September 14, 2018 at 11:38 pmWow! I love sweet potatoes this baked sweet potato fries looks yummy and perfect for snack.:)
Adaezeboltbethel
September 15, 2018 at 6:06 amIt looks crunch, just the way I like it.
The Beauty flicks
September 16, 2018 at 5:21 amLooking mouth watering… I will try this because sweet potatoes are very healthy particularly for gym going persons and I am the one.
Sheena Moncatar
September 16, 2018 at 7:24 amI am just a great fan of sweet potatoes, back in my country we cooked them in so many different ways. Since I am a great fan of your blog, I will give your recipe a try! Thanks for always posting great kitchen stuff.
Ketki
September 16, 2018 at 1:24 pmOoh this looks easy to make, healthy and delicious. I am definitely trying them!
melissa
September 16, 2018 at 4:20 pmI love sweet potato fries, they are also my kids favourites. I love how its also healthy choice for them.
Jeferson
September 17, 2018 at 5:13 amWe have it as regular snacks in Philippines, like you would find in streets but sugar coated and deep fried and served on sticks……..we call it camote cue…….yummy….
Cassie
September 17, 2018 at 6:27 amThis sounds like a great recipe
Jada
September 17, 2018 at 12:16 pmI am a fun of this. I noticed baking brings out it’s flavour more that anything. It is also healthier 😃
Lucy Barnes
September 17, 2018 at 2:59 pmSweet potato fries are my favourite! I have always been so rubbish at making them but I am going to try this recipe instead so thanks!
Daniel
September 19, 2019 at 7:41 amHi Vaishali,
I just read your article explaining the 3 ingredient baked sweet potato fries. Thanks for sharing that, I learned a lot from it.
Vaishali
September 19, 2019 at 8:53 amThanks, Daniel. I am glad you found this helpful.