Crispy, golden, and completely plant-based, these Vegan Papas Fritas are a healthier spin on the classic French fry, perfect as a snack, appetizer, or side dish. Made with simple ingredients like Russet potatoes, olive oil, and a flavorful blend of garlic powder, paprika, and fresh parsley, these oven-baked fries deliver maximum crunch with minimal guilt. The secret lies in soaking the potato sticks to remove excess starch and baking them in a single layer for even crispiness. With just 20 minutes of prep time and 30 minutes in the oven, youβll have perfectly seasoned, homemade fries that pair wonderfully with vegan mayonnaise or ketchup. Whether youβre looking for a crowd-pleasing comfort food or a vegan-friendly treat, these papas fritas are sure to satisfy. Keywords: vegan papas fritas, baked fries, healthy French fries, crispy oven-baked potatoes, plant-based snack.
Preheat your oven to 425Β°F (220Β°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Peel the russet potatoes and cut them into evenly sized sticks, about 1/4 inch thick.
Place the potato sticks in a large bowl of cold water and let them soak for 10 minutes to remove excess starch. This step will help make the fries crispy.
Drain the potatoes and pat them dry thoroughly with a clean kitchen towel or paper towels to ensure they are completely dry.
In a large bowl, combine the dry potato sticks with olive oil, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Toss well to coat all the potatoes evenly.
Spread the potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they do not overlap. This will help them bake evenly and become crispy.
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then carefully flip the fries using a spatula, and bake for another 15 minutes or until they are golden brown and crispy.
Once baked, remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with chopped fresh parsley for added flavor and freshness.
Serve hot as a side dish or snack, with optional vegan mayonnaise or ketchup for dipping.
Calories |
1611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 47.4 g | 61% | |
| Saturated Fat | 7.1 g | 36% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2630 mg | 114% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 268.3 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.3 g | ||
| Protein | 35.8 g | 72% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 234 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 16.0 mg | 89% | |
| Potassium | 6948 mg | 148% | |
*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.