Sweet Potato Wedges (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Potato Fries
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2 tbsp olive oil
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1-2 tbsp cornstarch or cornflour
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2 big sweet potatoes, cleaned and sliced into long pieces
→ Spices
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½ tsp red chili powder (optional)
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¼ tsp cayenne pepper
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2 tsp garlic powder
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½ tsp onion powder
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2 tsp paprika
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2 tsp dried thyme
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Salt, as much as you prefer
→ Creamy Avocado Dip
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1 soft ripe avocado
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1 garlic clove, finely minced
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2 tbsp mayo made with whole eggs
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2 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
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A pinch of salt, to your liking
# Instructions:
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Put the potato slices into a big bowl and fill it with cold water. Soak for at least 60 minutes to wash out starch.
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Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and move the racks near the top. Spray or oil 2 baking trays lightly and let them preheat inside.
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Drain the potatoes and dry them well using paper towels. Toss them into a big zip bag with cornstarch, seal it with a puff of air, and shake until they’re covered evenly.
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Pour the coated wedges into a bowl. Shake off leftover starch, then drizzle olive oil over them. Sprinkle all the spice mix but keep the salt for later. Mix well to coat everything.
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Place the hot trays carefully on your counter and arrange potato slices in a single layer, leaving about half an inch of space in between. Bake for 15-20 minutes, just until they’re soft when poked with a fork.
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Flip the slices, make sure they don’t touch, then bake again for 5-10 minutes. Look for crispy, golden-brown edges.
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Turn off the heat, crack the oven door slightly, and leave the wedges inside for another 5 minutes. This step dries them out for extra crunch.
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As the fries finish off, throw avocado, lemon juice, mayo, and chopped garlic into a blender or small food processor. Blend for about 20 seconds until smooth and creamy. Add salt to taste.
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Generously sprinkle the hot fries with salt. Pair them with the avocado dip for a side of something creamy.
# Notes:
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Soaking the potatoes is crucial—it helps them crisp up better in the oven by removing extra starch.
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Spread slices apart on the tray to let heat move around and crisp them evenly.
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Prepare the dip ahead of time—it can stay fresh in the fridge for a day with plastic wrap pressed on its surface.