Say Hello to Sweetpotato Perfection: Tips for the Perfect Fries
Secret Agent Sweetpotato reporting for duty. A while back we let you in on some baking hacks. Now we’re here to answer the question that has stumped so many…. how to get the perfect sweetpotato fries.
Photo Cred: Camilla Styles
Here at the North Carolina SweetPotato Commission we know our taters, so we’ll let you in on some tricks. No longer will your efforts turn out to be a sad, limp pile of fries. Just follow the below to sweetpotato fry perfection.
Tip #1:
Soak your sweet taters in cold water for at least an hour, if not overnight. It helps draw the excess starch out which allows them to cook through better to be crispy on the outside, tender on the inside.
Photo Cred: Foodie with Family
Tip #2:
Lightly coat the cut taters in cornstarch before baking. Go ahead and grab a plastic bag. It works!
Photo cred: Eating In Instead
Tip #3:
For crispier fries, place a metal rack on your baking sheet. Foil works too, but we recommend the rack to get the perfect fries. Take a peek at our friend Love and Lemon’s video to get the full recipe.
Photo cred: Love & Lemons
For a visual recap take a look at this lovely illustration from Camille Styles. So go out and test it out in your kitchens. We can’t wait to hear how your crispy taters turn out. Be sure to tag em’ on our Instagram with hashtag #sweettaters.
