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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”.

3 ingredient Oven Baked Healthy 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?

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I 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.

3 ingredient Oven Baked Healthy Sweet Potato Fries

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 Oven Baked Healthy Sweet Potato Fries
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3 Ingredient Baked Sweet Potato Fries

Oven baked sweet potatoes fries tossed in a olive oil and chili lime seasoning. Perfectly healthy, crispy and yummy!
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine American
Keyword Sweet Potato Fries
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings 4
Author Vaishali

Ingredients

  • 4 sweet potatoes peeled and cut into sticks/fries
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 2 teaspoon chili lime seasoning see notes

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F or 220 degrees C
  2. Place the sweet potatoes on a large cookie/baking sheet and toss with olive oil and chili lime seasoning.
  3. Make sure that the fries are spread out in an even layer and do not overcrowd the cookie sheet.
  4. Bake for 15 minutes, shake the cookie sheet, rotate it and bake for another 5-10 minutes.
  5. 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!

3 ingredient Oven Baked Healthy Sweet Potato Fries

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.

Tools used:

Knives: Chopping Board:

Measuring Spoons: Cookie Sheet:

Oven

26 Comments

  1. Krish

    September 13, 2018 at 9:48 am

    I have always like sweet potatoes…..baked will be sure healthy and tasty….worth a try..
    God bless you..

  2. Juli

    September 13, 2018 at 11:42 am

    5 stars
    I know I could enjoy some of these right now!

  3. Suraj

    September 13, 2018 at 12:00 pm

    Nice article… Keep it up…

  4. Viv

    September 13, 2018 at 4:31 pm

    So delighted to have come across your website! Some great recipes — and I’m NUTS about sweet potatoes so I’ll definitely be trying this!

  5. Devyani Ray

    September 14, 2018 at 11:35 am

    I am loving your recipes. Followed you on IG too.

  6. Stephanie Vazquez

    September 14, 2018 at 11:51 am

    CHILI LIME?! I will have to try!! I’m addicted to Tajin!! Hahaha

    1. Vaishali

      September 14, 2018 at 12:02 pm

      Tajin will work great in this recipe. I might actually try it. Thanks!

  7. Aakanksha

    September 14, 2018 at 12:16 pm

    Ooo. I am always looking for how to make sweet potatoes interesting since they r not my favourite vegetable!!! Thanks.

  8. Nina Nichols

    September 14, 2018 at 12:34 pm

    Looks so yummy! I love sweet potato and I always fry it. Never tried a baked one so definitely going to try this.

  9. Lindsay McGlamery

    September 14, 2018 at 12:58 pm

    Looks yummy and fun! I will have to give it a try with some of my friends.

  10. Theunion sports blog

    September 14, 2018 at 1:12 pm

    Now that’s a good looking image. I love the simple steps you shared. Thanks

  11. Evelyn Hernandez

    September 14, 2018 at 6:19 pm

    We love baking sweet potatoes and then adding a bit of spice. They are delicious.

  12. Maysz

    September 14, 2018 at 11:38 pm

    Wow! I love sweet potatoes this baked sweet potato fries looks yummy and perfect for snack.:)

  13. Adaezeboltbethel

    September 15, 2018 at 6:06 am

    5 stars
    It looks crunch, just the way I like it.

  14. The Beauty flicks

    September 16, 2018 at 5:21 am

    Looking mouth watering… I will try this because sweet potatoes are very healthy particularly for gym going persons and I am the one.

  15. Sheena Moncatar

    September 16, 2018 at 7:24 am

    5 stars
    I 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.

  16. Ketki

    September 16, 2018 at 1:24 pm

    Ooh this looks easy to make, healthy and delicious. I am definitely trying them!

  17. melissa

    September 16, 2018 at 4:20 pm

    I love sweet potato fries, they are also my kids favourites. I love how its also healthy choice for them.

  18. Jeferson

    September 17, 2018 at 5:13 am

    We 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….

  19. Cassie

    September 17, 2018 at 6:27 am

    This sounds like a great recipe

  20. Jada

    September 17, 2018 at 12:16 pm

    I am a fun of this. I noticed baking brings out it’s flavour more that anything. It is also healthier 😃

  21. Lucy Barnes

    September 17, 2018 at 2:59 pm

    5 stars
    Sweet 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!

  22. Daniel

    September 19, 2019 at 7:41 am

    Hi Vaishali,
    I just read your article explaining the 3 ingredient baked sweet potato fries. Thanks for sharing that, I learned a lot from it.

    1. Vaishali

      September 19, 2019 at 8:53 am

      Thanks, Daniel. I am glad you found this helpful.

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