Sesame Free Paleo Sweet Potato Fries
Sweet potatoes roasted at high heat with smoked paprika, garlic powder, and a touch of cayenne — these fries hit that perfect balance of smoky, slightly spicy, and naturally sweet. The trick of preheating the sheet pan before the fries ever touch it is a small step that makes a big difference, giving you crispy edges instead of a soggy, steamed result. Avocado oil handles the high oven temperature beautifully and keeps everything clean and simple, with no seed-based oils or condiment blends that could sneak in unwanted ingredients. Every component here is straightforward and whole-food, so you can feel confident about exactly what's going into the dish. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a pop of color and a little brightness that makes the whole plate look as good as it tastes. Serve them straight from the oven while the edges are still crackling — they don't wait well, and honestly, they won't need to.
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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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