Cajun Sweet Potato Fries

17 Oct Cajun Sweet Potato Fries

Sweet potatoes paired with a spicy, flavorful seasoning mix make a great side dish that is both simple and savory.  Serve these fries alongside a burger, grilled chicken, or even your favorite steak.

Cajun Sweet Potato Fries

Ingredients:
3 sweet potatoes
3 Tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
1- 1½ tsp sea salt

Cajun seasoning:        
1 Tbsp garlic powder
1 Tbsp onion powder
1 Tbsp smoked paprika
½ tsp oregano
½ tsp thyme
½ tsp black pepper
1-2 pinches cayenne pepper

Yogurt Dipping Sauce:
½ cup Greek yogurt
2 Tbsp scallions (very finely chopped)
½ tsp smoked paprika
½ tsp honey

• Peel the sweet potatoes and cut into ½ inch thick matchsticks.
• Place the sweet potato sticks into a bowl of ice water. Soak for 30-45 minutes.

• Preheat the oven to 425°
• Remove the sweet potatoes from water, drain, and dry off on either paper towels or a dish towel.

• While the sweet potatoes are drying, mix the spices for the Cajun seasoning in a small bowl.

• Once dry, place the sweet potatoes in a bowl or ziplock bag. Add the oil and the Cajun seasoning.  Toss to coat the sweet potatoes.
• Place seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on a parchment lined baking sheet.

• Bake for 30-40 minutes, flipping halfway through the baking time.
• While the sweet potatoes are cooking, prepare the yogurt dipping sauce. Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
• Once the sweet potatoes are done cooking, remove from the oven and sprinkle with sea salt. Serve with the yogurt dipping sauce.
• Enjoy!

*Air fry option: Spread on tray in single layer.  Cook at 400°F for 13-15 minutes.

Recipe and photos by Stephanie Borzio.  Stephanie is a mom of three active boys and is an autoimmune warrior.  After battling her own health for several years, Stephanie found healing through food and lifestyle changes, including joining Blooming Glen Farm CSA of which she is a long time member.  She is a Board Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach who is passionate about sharing healthy living tips and real food recipes.  Instagram and Facebook: Tru You Essentials; Website: www.truyouessentials.com