Sweet Potato Star Fries
Sweet Potato Star Fries
Ingredients
For the Fries
- 2 sweet potatoes, large, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, optional, for a sweeter profile
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400
- 2
Peel the sweet potatoes using a vegetable peeler. Then, carefully slice them crosswise into uniform 1/4-inch thick rounds. Consistency in thickness ensures even cooking.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Using a 2-inch star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out star shapes from the sweet potato slices. Gather any remaining sweet potato scraps and save them for another use (e.g., roasted vegetables or soup).
⏱️ 5 min - 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, cinnamon (if using), salt, and black pepper. Whisk these ingredients together until well combined.
⏱️ 2 min
- 5
Add the sweet potato stars to the bowl with the seasoning mixture. Toss gently with your hands or a spatula until all the sweet potato pieces are evenly coated.
⏱️ 3 min - 6
Arrange the seasoned sweet potato stars in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure they do not overlap, as this allows for proper air circulation and crispiness.
⏱️ 3 min
- 7
Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping the stars halfway through the cooking time, until they are golden brown, tender on the inside, and slightly crispy on the edges. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
⏱️ 25 min•🌡️ 400 - 8
Remove from the oven and serve immediately as a fun and flavorful side dish. They are best enjoyed hot.
⏱️ 1 min
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Sweet Potato Star Fries
Ingredients
For the Fries
- 2 sweet potatoes, large, peeled and sliced 1/4-inch thick
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, optional, for a sweeter profile
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
Instructions
- 1
Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy cleanup.
⏱️ 5 min•🌡️ 400 - 2
Peel the sweet potatoes using a vegetable peeler. Then, carefully slice them crosswise into uniform 1/4-inch thick rounds. Consistency in thickness ensures even cooking.
⏱️ 5 min - 3
Using a 2-inch star-shaped cookie cutter, cut out star shapes from the sweet potato slices. Gather any remaining sweet potato scraps and save them for another use (e.g., roasted vegetables or soup).
⏱️ 5 min - 4
In a large mixing bowl, combine the olive oil, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, cinnamon (if using), salt, and black pepper. Whisk these ingredients together until well combined.
⏱️ 2 min - 5
Add the sweet potato stars to the bowl with the seasoning mixture. Toss gently with your hands or a spatula until all the sweet potato pieces are evenly coated.
⏱️ 3 min - 6
Arrange the seasoned sweet potato stars in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Ensure they do not overlap, as this allows for proper air circulation and crispiness.
⏱️ 3 min - 7
Bake for 20-25 minutes, flipping the stars halfway through the cooking time, until they are golden brown, tender on the inside, and slightly crispy on the edges. Keep an eye on them to prevent burning.
⏱️ 25 min•🌡️ 400 - 8
Remove from the oven and serve immediately as a fun and flavorful side dish. They are best enjoyed hot.
⏱️ 1 min