Crispy Fried Sweet Potato Fries with Cilantro-Lime Crema
Crispy Fried Sweet Potato Fries with Cilantro-Lime Crema In this recipe, we'll show you how to make crispy fried sweet potato fries with a creamy, flavorful cilantro-lime crema dipping sauce. These fries are the perfect side dish for any occasion, and they're so easy to make, you'll be able to whip them up any night of the week. The key to making crispy fries is to toss them in a little bit of oil before baking them. This helps them to brown evenly and get nice and crispy. We also recommend spreading the fries out in a single layer on a baking sheet so that they don't steam and become soggy. The cilantro-lime crema is the perfect complement to the sweet potato fries. It's creamy, tangy, and refreshing, and it adds a nice pop of color to the plate. You can also use the crema as a dipping sauce for other fried foods, like chicken tenders or onion rings.
The story of how I came to develop this recipe for crispy fried sweet potato fries with cilantro-lime crema is a long and winding one. It all started when I was a kid, growing up in a small town in the Midwest. My mom was always making us sweet potato fries, and I loved them. But as I got older, I started to get tired of the same old plain fries. I wanted something with a little more flavor. One day, I was browsing through a cookbook when I came across a recipe for cilantro-lime crema. I had never tried anything like it before, but it sounded delicious. I decided to give it a try, and I'm so glad I did. The crema was creamy, tangy, and refreshing, and it paired perfectly with the sweet potato fries. Since then, I've been making this recipe for crispy fried sweet potato fries with cilantro-lime crema all the time. It's one of my favorite side dishes, and it's always a hit with my friends and family. I hope you enjoy it as much as I do!
Crispy Fried Sweet Potato Fries with Cilantro-Lime Crema Crispy Fried Sweet Potato Fries with Cilantro-Lime Crema Crispy Fried Sweet Potato Fries with Cilantro-Lime Crema Crispy Fried Sweet Potato Fries with Cilantro-Lime Crema
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 30 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch thick fries
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • For the Cilantro-Lime Crema:
  • 1 cup plain vegan yogurt
  • 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
  1. Preheat oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C).
  2. Toss sweet potato fries with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Spread fries in a single layer on a baking sheet. (Do not overcrowd.)
  4. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until fries are golden brown and crispy.
  5. While the fries are baking, make the Cilantro-Lime Crema.
  6. In a small bowl, whisk together the yogurt, cilantro, lime juice, and salt.
  7. Serve fries with Cilantro-Lime Crema for dipping.
Why It Works
  • The sweet potatoes are cut into 1/2-inch thick fries, which is the perfect size for even cooking.
  • The fries are tossed in a little bit of oil before baking, which helps them to brown evenly and get nice and crispy.
  • The fries are spread out in a single layer on a baking sheet so that they don't steam and become soggy.
  • The cilantro-lime crema is made with plain vegan yogurt, chopped fresh cilantro, lime juice, and salt. This combination of ingredients creates a creamy, tangy, and refreshing sauce that pairs perfectly with the sweet potato fries.