Your New Favorite Snack
Let me introduce you to the MVP of the potato world—baked sweet potato wedges! I mean, regular spuds are great and all, but these orange gems are on another level. They’ve got about the same carbs as white potatoes, but they have more fiber, double the vitamin C, and way more vitamin A—like, off-the-charts amounts. And if there’s one thing I love more than nerding out over their nutritional superpowers, it’s eating them. The wedges turn into crispy, golden perfection in the oven (with a fluffy interior that literally melts in your mouth). Simply toss them in a few simple seasonings, pop them in the oven, and let the magic happen. Just don’t forget to serve them with our creamy, dreamy roasted garlic mayo (because what are potato wedges without a good dip?).
Here’s What You’ll Need
Sweet Potatoes: These spuds bring all those natural sugars that will caramelize beautifully. Choose medium-sized ones with smooth skin. Cornstarch: This is your secret weapon for extra-crispy wedges! When tossed with the sweet potatoes, it absorbs moisture and helps them brown and crisp up in the oven. Seasonings: We’re going full savory with smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, and flaky sea salt. Feel free to experiment with spices like cumin, chili powder, or cayenne. Oil: Helps those wedges get perfectly golden and crispy in the oven. Opt for a high-heat oil like avocado oil or olive oil. Creamy Garlic Sauce: We’ll make a quick sauce with roasted garlic, mayonnaise, and a squeeze of lemon juice. Roasting the garlic helps mellow out its flavor, turning it sweet and caramelized.
Making Crispy Fries In The Oven Is Easy
Step 1: Soak The PotatoesFirst, we’ll wash 3 sweet potatoes and slice them into wedges. Then, we’ll place the wedges in a large bowl of cold water for 30-60 minutes to draw out extra starches, making them super crispy. Step 2: Coat The WedgesDrain the water and pat the potatoes dry. Place them in a large plastic baggie with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch. Seal it shut and shake, shake, shake! Add 1 teaspoon of smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon of garlic powder, ½ teaspoon of onion powder, and ¼ teaspoon of black pepper, and shake again. Step 3: Prepare The GarlicPreheat the oven to 450°F (232°C). Remove the excess paper and cut just the top off a garlic head. Place it on a sheet of foil and drizzle the exposed cloves with 1 tablespoon of oil. Wrap the head up and throw it on the racks of your preheating oven. Step 4: Bake The WedgesPlace the wedges on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Drizzle them with 2 tbsp of oil and bake for 15 minutes. Flip each wedge over and bake for another 15 minutes until crispy. Step 4: The Final CrispTurn off the oven, and slightly prop open the door. Allow the fries to crisp for 10 more minutes. Step 5: Mix The Garlic MayoWhile the fries finish crisping up, combine 6 cloves of the roasted garlic with ½ cup of mayonnaise and 1 tsp lemon juice. Step 6: Garnish and serveFinally, remove the sweet potato wedges from the oven, sprinkle with some flaky sea salt, and serve with roasted garlic mayo! Rhubarb never met a sweet potato she didn’t like.
