Soy Free Paleo Sweet Potato Fries
Crispy on the outside, tender in the middle, and loaded with smoky, garlicky flavor — these oven-roasted sweet potato fries are the kind of side dish that disappears before anything else on the table. Avocado oil gives them a beautiful golden edge without any of the processed ingredients or additives that make store-bought fries a gamble for anyone watching what goes into their food. The trick of preheating the sheet pan is a small step that makes a huge difference, creating that satisfying crunch on the bottom without needing a deep fryer. Smoked paprika and a hint of cayenne bring just enough warmth and depth to make these feel like way more than a simple vegetable side. Every ingredient here is clean and straightforward — nothing hidden, nothing processed, just real food roasted at high heat until perfectly caramelized. A scatter of fresh parsley at the end adds a pop of color and brightness that makes the whole plate look as good as it tastes. These are the fries you make once and then find yourself craving every single week.
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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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