We have this ongoing fight in our house… Doug absolutely despises sweet potatoes. I think it’s pretty funny myself and was quite surprised when he suggested we make some Sweet Potato Fries for the Thanksgiving Leftover Party.
Doug really can’t even stand the smell and won’t even touch any dishes that have sweet potatoes in them. No, it’s not a phobia, he just doesn’t like them. I believe that most families are just like ours when it comes to potato preferences. We are pretty much split down the middle, Nick and I love sweet potatoes while Andrew and Doug do not and Casey of course likes both. Always up for something different we made these to give them a try.
They’re easy to make, we just prepared them the same as we would have done making regular oven fries.
Preheat your oven to 425 F, while the oven is coming to temperature peel and slice the sweet potatoes into 1/2 inch fries. Place in a bowl and drizzle with oil, salt, and pepper to taste then mix to coat. Place the fries on an oiled cooling rack placed on a baking sheet and cook for 20 to 30 minutes depending on how crispy you like your fries turning once halfway through.
For years I have fixed canned yams with toasted marshmallows on top…oh the ooey, gooey, deliciousness… I LOVE them! So when Doug mentioned the Sweet Potato Fries, I knew we had to have some Marshmallow Dip to go with them. Take a cup of marshmallow fluff and add 1/4 cup of Hellman’s mayonnaise and a pinch of pumpkin pie spice and blend together.
Being a good supportive husband, Doug did give the fries a try but didn’t like them. That’s okay…all the more for us!
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Sweet Potato Fries with Marshmallow Dip
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Description
Sweet Potato fries with a yummy marshmallow dipping sauce. Recipe from PocketChangeGourmet.com
Ingredients
- 4 large sweet potatoes
- 1/4 cup cooking oil
- salt and pepper
Dipping Sauce
- 1 cup Marshmallow Fluff
- 1/4 cup Hellman’s mayonnaise
- pinch of pumpkin pie spice
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425F
- Peal and cut sweet potatoes into 1/2 inch fries
- Toss in bowl with cooking oil and salt and pepper to taste
- Place on an oiled cooking rack
- Cook for 20-30 minutes to desired crispiness turning once
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
Have you tried this? What did you think?
Sweet Potato Fries With Marshmallow Dip FAQs
The key to getting crispy sweet potato fries is to spread them evenly in the oven so that they don’t touch one another. If you are making a lot of them, be sure to make them in batches.
You can give the sweet potato fries a cold water bath. Chop the fries, toss them in a bowl, and let them soak in cold water for half an hour to ensure they crisp well in the oven.
Sweet potatoes and regular potatoes have almost similar flavor profiles. Both of them can also be nutritious, depending on how you cook them. Regular potatoes have more potassium, while sweet potatoes have more vitamin A.
Can Diabetics Eat It?
Yes, but we would recommend not serving the fries with marshmallow fluff to someone diabetic. Other than that, sweet potatoes are incredibly nutritious, with a lot of minerals and vitamins for a healthy diet.
What Dips Go Well With it?
There are many dips that will go well apart from marshmallow dip. These include chipotle lime, sriracha, garlic mayo, paprika garlic, ketchup, sour cream, ranch, and many others. You can select any, depending on the flavor profile you like.
What Protein Goes Well With it?
There are different types of meat you have with sweet potato fries. These include ham, pepperoni, beef, and even chicken. Ham is the best meat to pair well, as the flavor complements the sweet taste of the potato.
Can I Reheat Potato Fries With Marshmallow Dip?
Yes, you can reheat them by covering a baking dish with foil. After that, add the ingredients, reheat the fries, and dip them at 350 degrees for half an hour or until they are warm enough.
What Toppings Can I Add To My Potato Fries?
You don’t have to add marshmallow dip if you don’t like it. Instead, you can add other toppings such as brown sugar, butter, cinnamon, maple syrup, toasted pecans, sour cream, walnuts, honey, and much more. You can choose between savory or sweet toppings, depending on your preferences.
How Long Does It Take For Sweet Potatoes To Cook In The Oven?
The time it takes depends on the temperature. Here is what you must know:
- 400 degrees Fahrenheit: 45 minutes to an hour
- 350 degrees Fahrenheit: An hour to an hour and fifteen minutes
- 325 degrees Fahrenheit: One and one and a half-hour
You can also do the knife test to check the potatoes.
Can I Eat Sweet Potato Skin?
Just like the skin of a regular potato, you can eat the skin of a sweet potato too. You can keep the skin on to make the fries crispy and flavorful. The choice is ultimately yours.
1 Comment
I used sour cream instead of the mayo and a dash of nutmeg it was great not to sweet perfect combo with the fries, couldnt stop test tastin.lol