Sweet Potato and Yuca Oven Fries
Elevate your side dish game with these Sweet Potato and Yuca Oven Fries, a mouthwatering blend of crispy texture and robust flavor! Perfectly seasoned with smoky paprika, earthy cumin, and a hint of garlic, these baked fries deliver a healthier twist on traditional fried options. Featuring the naturally sweet and creamy notes of sweet potatoes paired with the starchy richness of yuca (cassava), this recipe is a delightful fusion of unique root vegetables. Parboiling the yuca ensures a soft interior, while baking at a high temperature guarantees irresistibly crispy edges. Serve these golden fries garnished with fresh parsley for an extra pop of color, and pair them with your favorite dipping sauce for a snack, appetizer, or versatile side dish everyone will love. Quick to prepare and oven-baked to perfection, this gluten-free recipe is sure to impress for any occasion!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes
- 1 large yuca (cassava)
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper or lightly grease them with non-stick spray.
Peel the sweet potatoes and yuca. Cut them into long, even sticks, about 1/4-inch to 1/2-inch thick, resembling traditional fries.
Place the cut yuca sticks in a pot of cold, salted water. Bring the water to a boil and cook the yuca for about 8 minutes, or until slightly tender but not falling apart. Drain and pat dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the sweet potatoes and cooked yuca. Drizzle with olive oil and sprinkle with paprika, garlic powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Toss well to coat all the fries evenly in the spices.
Spread the sweet potatoes and yuca out on the prepared baking sheets in a single layer, making sure not to overcrowd them to ensure even cooking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, then flip the fries and rotate the baking sheets. Continue baking for another 15 minutes, or until the fries are golden brown and crispy on the edges.
Remove the fries from the oven and let them rest for 5 minutes. Sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley if desired before serving.
Serve warm as a side dish, appetizer, or snack with your favorite dipping sauce.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1269 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.0 g | 56% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.0 g | 35% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2568 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.4 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.9 g | ||
| Protein | 10.9 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.6 mg | 31% | |
| Potassium | 1220 mg | 26% | |
*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.
