Low Fat Crispy Baked Yam Fries
Satisfy your fry cravings guilt-free with these irresistible Low Fat Crispy Baked Yam Fries! Perfectly seasoned with a savory blend of paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder, these oven-baked yams achieve a delightful crunch without deep frying. A touch of cornstarch ensures a crisp golden exterior, while olive oil keeps them light and heart-healthy. Ready in under an hour, this recipe is ideal for a nutritious snack or side dish that’s bursting with flavor. Plus, with simple pantry-friendly ingredients, easy preparation, and high fiber content, these yam fries are a wholesome alternative to traditional fries. Give your taste buds a treat while sticking to your low-fat goals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 large yams
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
Wash and peel the yams, then cut them into evenly sized sticks, approximately 1/4 inch thick, to ensure they cook evenly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
Add the yam sticks to the mixing bowl and toss them until they are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
Drizzle the olive oil over the seasoned yams and toss again until well-coated and glossy.
Spread the yam sticks in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, making sure they are not overcrowded for optimal crispiness.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then remove from the oven and carefully flip each fry using a spatula.
Return the fries to the oven and bake for an additional 15 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Remove from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes before serving. Enjoy them hot as a healthy side or snack!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
562 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 14.8 g | 19% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1217 mg | 53% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 103.7 g | 38% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 1.8 g | ||
| Protein | 5.7 g | 11% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 79 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 2809 mg | 60% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
