Fructose Free Coconut Crispy Sweet Potato Fries
Sweet potato fries that actually crisp up in the oven — not just go limp and sad — are genuinely worth celebrating. The secret here is a combination of a hot wire rack preheated right in the oven, thoroughly dried potato sticks, and a light coating of arrowroot starch that forms a delicate, crackly shell as they bake. Coconut oil brings a subtle richness while turmeric, ginger, and garlic powder layer in warm, savory depth without any sweeteners or high-fructose additions to worry about. For anyone managing fructose sensitivity, sweet potatoes can feel like a gray area, but keeping the seasoning clean and free of onion, honey, or any fruit-based sauces makes this version genuinely straightforward to enjoy. Every ingredient on the list is simple and easy to verify, so there's no guesswork about what's hiding in a spice blend or a bottled dipping sauce. The technique matters as much as the ingredients — spacing the fries on the rack so air circulates all around them is what separates these from a soggy sheet-pan disappointment. Finish with a scatter of fresh parsley and serve them immediately while that crisp is at its peak.
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4 servings
- 2 lb sweet potatoes (about 3 medium), peeled
- 2 tbsp arrowroot starch
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ½ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp garlic powder
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Place a wire rack on a large baking sheet and set it in the oven. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) with the rack inside — starting the fries on a hot surface helps the undersides crisp rather than steam.
- 2
Cut the peeled sweet potatoes into sticks about 1/4-inch thick and 3 inches long, keeping the pieces as uniform as possible so they cook evenly.
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