Name: Chili Lime Sweet Potato Fries
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 2 medium size sweet potatoes, cut into wedges; 2 tablespoons avocado oil; 1/2 teaspoon garlic salt; 1 teaspoon chili lime seasoning; 1 avocado; ¼ teaspoon red chili flakes; Juice from ½ lime; ¼ cup full fat Greek yogurt; 1/3 cup fresh cilantro; 2 cloves garlic; Juice from ½ lime; ½ teaspoon sea salt; ¼ teaspoon pepper

Hello friends! Let’s make Chili Lime Sweet Potato Fries with Dips together. I really love this recipe as its super simple but so delicious. Sweet potatoes may just be our favorite vegetable. They come in variety of sizes and colors – orange, white (Japanese), purple and they are also incredibly nutritious.

sweet potato fries in a white plate, with guac and cilantro dip, a hand dipping a fry into cinlantro dip

WHY SHOULD YOU EAT SWEET POTATOES?

Sweet potatoes are starchy root vegetables that are rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. They’re also high in antioxidants that protect your body from free radical damage and chronic disease.

Here are 6 surprising health benefits of sweet potatoes (source: Healthline.com)

Highly Nutritious
Promote Gut Health
May Have Cancer-Fighting Properties
Support Healthy Vision
May Enhance Brain Function
May Support Your Immune System

Sweet potatoes were one of the first foods I feed my baby at 5 months when we started solids and immediately became her favorite. My older daughter enjoys roasted sweet potato fries and I eat sweet potatoes several times a week. Her favorite combo is roasted sweet potatoes fries with salmon and avocado. I typically serve this dish two times a week since its very delicious, nutritious and simple to make. They are a must on my weekly shopping list.

HERE ARE SOME GREAT RECIPES USING SWEET POTATOES FOR YOUR KIDS

FEW TIPS FOR THE BEST SWEET POTATO FRIES:

Even size – You want to make sure to cut the fries evenly. If you are making steak fries, make sure all pieces are the same size. If you are making thin fries, make sure all fries are the same length and width.

Soaking in water – When your fries are evenly cut, soak them in ice cold water for at least 30 minutes. If you do not have time to do this, then make sure to at least wash them well. You want to make sure to wash off all the starch. Afterwards, pat dry the fries with a towel. You want all the fries to be completely dry.

Oil – When it comes to oil, I always use avocado oil because of its high smoke point and health benefits.

Almost 70% of avocado oil consists of heart-healthy oleic acid and monounsaturated omega-9 fatty acid
Reduces cholesterol and improves heart health
Enhances the absorption of important nutrients
May reduce symptoms of arthritis, may help prevent gum disease and so much more
Source: healthline.com

Seasoning – My favorite way to season sweet potato fries or steak fries is with sea salt, chili lime seasoning or smoked paprika. I tend to leave the seasoning quite simple as often, less is more in my opinion.

Cooking method – You can either roast the sweet potato fries in an oven or use an air fryer. I tried both methods and they work great. When roasting in an oven, you want to make sure to preheat an oven to a high temperature, so the fries are soft and crispy. Do not overcrowd the baking pan otherwise the fries will not bake evenly. Halfway through the baking, give the fries a good flip. Use a nonstick baking pan or use a parchment paper. For cooking with Air, follow instructions on your air fryer.

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Thank you, Andrea