A delicious and healthy side dish, these Japanese sweet potato fries are crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. Paired with a flavorful herby aioli, this recipe is perfect for a snack or a side for your main meal.
Ingredients
- 2 large Japanese sweet potatoes peeled and cut into fries
- 1 tablespoon olive oil for tossing
- 1 teaspoon sea salt or to taste
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
- 1 cup mayonnaise for aioli
- 1 clove garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh herbs chopped (such as parsley, dill, and chives)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice freshly squeezed
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
- Toss the sweet potato fries with olive oil, sea salt, and black pepper to coat evenly.
- Arrange the fries in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
- While the fries are baking, prepare the herby aioli by combining mayonnaise, minced garlic, chopped fresh herbs, and lemon juice in a bowl. Mix well.
- Serve the sweet potato fries hot with the herby aioli on the side for dipping.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 56gProtein: 4gFat: 24gSaturated Fat: 3.5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 10mgSodium: 850mgPotassium: 950mgFiber: 8gSugar: 14gVitamin A: 18000IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 1.5mg