Roasted Sweet Potato Fries Dip (Printable version)
Crispy, oven-roasted sweet potato fries served with a creamy, tangy dip for a delicious snack.
# What You'll Need:
→ Fries
01 - 2 large sweet potatoes (about 28 ounces)
02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
05 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
07 - 1 tablespoon cornstarch or arrowroot powder (optional)
→ Dip
08 - 1/2 cup Greek yogurt or sour cream (4 ounces)
09 - 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
10 - 1 teaspoon lemon juice
11 - 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
12 - 1 small garlic clove, finely minced
13 - 1 tablespoon fresh chives or parsley, chopped
14 - Salt and pepper to taste
# Directions:
01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Peel sweet potatoes and slice into evenly sized fries approximately 3/8 inch thick.
03 - In a large bowl, toss fries with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, sea salt, black pepper, and cornstarch if using, until evenly coated.
04 - Spread fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not touch to maximize crispiness.
05 - Roast for 15 minutes, flip fries, then continue roasting for an additional 12 to 15 minutes until golden and crispy at the edges.
06 - While fries roast, combine Greek yogurt or sour cream, mayonnaise, lemon juice, Dijon mustard, minced garlic, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper in a small bowl. Adjust seasoning and chill until serving.
07 - Serve hot roasted sweet potato fries immediately alongside the chilled dip.
# Expert advice:
01 -
- They're impossibly crispy on the outside while staying soft inside, and you don't need a deep fryer or gallons of oil.
- The homemade dip tastes fresher and tangier than anything store-bought, and you can make it while the fries roast.
- You can have them ready in under 45 minutes from craving to plate.
02 -
- If your potatoes are particularly wet, soak the cut fries in cold water for 30 minutes, then dry them completely with paper towels before seasoning—this step alone makes a difference in crispiness.
- Don't crowd the baking sheet; giving each fry space to breathe is what separates crispy from steamed.
03 -
- If you want extra heat, add a pinch of cayenne pepper or swap the smoked paprika for smoked paprika mixed with a touch of chili powder.
- Cornstarch really does make a difference in crispiness—it's not necessary, but it's worth keeping on hand just for this recipe.