Chicken Free Paleo Sweet Potato Fries
Crispy, smoky, and just a little spicy, these oven-roasted sweet potato fries hit every note you want from a satisfying side or snack. The trick to getting real crispiness — not the sad, soggy kind — is preheating the sheet pan so the fries sear on contact the moment they hit the surface. Avocado oil handles the high roasting heat beautifully, and the blend of smoked paprika, garlic powder, and optional cayenne gives every stick a bold, layered flavor without relying on anything processed or packaged. Sweet potatoes are naturally rich and filling, so this is the kind of dish that works as a side for a weekend cookout or a quick weeknight snack you actually feel good about eating. Everything here is whole-food and straightforward — no mystery sauces, no additives, just real ingredients doing their job. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a bright, herby finish that makes the whole plate look as good as it tastes. Serve them straight from the oven while the edges are still crackling.
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4 servings
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes (about 3 medium), peeled
- 2 tbsp avocado oil
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
For serving
- 1–2 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a large sheet pan in the oven while it preheats — a hot pan helps the fries crisp on the bottom 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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