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Introduction
This recipe shows how to make crispy purple sweet potato fries with a fresh herby tahini sauce. Purple sweet potatoes have a bright color and firm texture; learn more about purple potatoes in this guide purple potatoes guide. The steps are easy and clear.
Why make this recipe
You should make this recipe because it is healthy, colorful, and easy. The fries bake in the oven with little oil. The tahini sauce adds cream and herb flavor. This dish works as a snack, side, or party food.
How to make Purple Sweet Potato Fries with Herby Tahini Sauce
You will wash and cut the potatoes, toss them with oil and spices, bake until crisp, and mix a simple tahini sauce with herbs and lemon. For simple cooking tips that help sweet potatoes cook evenly, see these sauteed sweet potatoes tips. Follow the directions below for best results.
Ingredients :
- 2 large purple sweet potatoes
- 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt or water (to thin sauce)
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 small garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped
- Pinch of salt and pepper for sauce
Directions :
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and dry the purple sweet potatoes. Leave skin on for texture.
- Cut each potato into even sticks about 1/3 to 1/2 inch thick.
- Put the cut fries in a bowl. Add olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Toss well to coat.
- Spread fries in one layer on the prepared baking sheet. Do not crowd them.
- Bake for 20 minutes, then turn fries. Bake another 10–15 minutes until edges look crisp and potatoes are tender.
- While fries bake, make the herby tahini sauce. In a small bowl, mix tahini, yogurt or water, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add a little more water if you want a thinner sauce.
- Taste the sauce and adjust salt, lemon, or herbs.
- When fries are done, take from oven and let cool 2 minutes. Serve hot with the herby tahini sauce.
How to serve Purple Sweet Potato Fries with Herby Tahini Sauce
Serve the fries warm on a plate or in a bowl with a small dish of tahini sauce on the side. Add extra chopped herbs or a squeeze of lemon over the fries. These fries go well with grilled meat, a green salad, or as a snack with friends.
How to store Purple Sweet Potato Fries with Herby Tahini Sauce
Cool the fries to room temperature. Store them in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in a toaster oven or oven at 400°F (200°C) for 5–8 minutes to keep them crisp. Store the tahini sauce in a separate small jar in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Tips to make Purple Sweet Potato Fries with Herby Tahini Sauce
- Cut fries to similar size for even cooking.
- Do not overcrowd the baking sheet. Use two sheets if needed.
- Use a high oven temperature for crisp edges.
- Pat potatoes dry after washing to reduce steam and improve crisping.
- If you want extra crisp, sprinkle a little cornstarch on the fries before oiling.
Variation
- Air-fryer option: Cook at 400°F (200°C) for 12–15 minutes, shaking basket halfway.
- Spicy: Add cayenne or chili powder to the oil mix.
- Vegan sauce: Use water or plant milk instead of yogurt.
FAQs
Q: Can I use regular sweet potatoes instead of purple?
A: Yes. Regular orange sweet potatoes work the same. Cooking time is similar.
Q: How do I make the fries extra crispy?
A: Use high heat, dry the potatoes well, do not crowd the pan, and flip once during baking.
Q: Can I make the sauce nut-free?
A: Tahini is sesame. To avoid seeds, use a plain yogurt-based herb sauce instead.
Q: Can I bake frozen sweet potato fries this way?
A: You can, but follow the package instructions. Frozen fries may need less oil and different timing.
Q: Is tahini sauce gluten-free?
A: Tahini itself is gluten-free. Check yogurt or other added ingredients if needed.
Conclusion
This recipe makes a tasty, colorful side or snack with simple steps and easy ingredients. For another version of purple sweet potato fries with a similar sauce, see Purple Sweet Potato Fries with Herby Tahini Sauce. If you want a basic oven method for sweet potato fries, try this Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries – Waves in the Kitchen.
Purple Sweet Potato Fries with Herby Tahini Sauce
Ingredients
For the Fries
- 2 large purple sweet potatoes Leave skin on for texture.
- 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons smoked paprika (optional) Can be omitted for a milder flavor.
For the Herby Tahini Sauce
- 2 tablespoons tahini
- 2 tablespoons plain yogurt or water Use water to thin the sauce as needed.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 small clove garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped Use your favorite herb.
- 1 pinch salt and pepper for sauce
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Wash and dry the purple sweet potatoes. Leave skin on for texture.
- Cut each potato into even sticks about 1/3 to 1/2 inch thick.
- Put the cut fries in a bowl. Add olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika. Toss well to coat.
Cooking
- Spread fries in one layer on the prepared baking sheet. Do not crowd them.
- Bake for 20 minutes, then turn fries. Bake another 10–15 minutes until edges look crisp and potatoes are tender.
Making the Sauce
- While fries bake, make the herby tahini sauce. In a small bowl, mix tahini, yogurt or water, lemon juice, minced garlic, chopped herbs, salt, and pepper until smooth. Add a little more water if you want a thinner sauce.
- Taste the sauce and adjust salt, lemon, or herbs.
Serving
- When fries are done, take from oven and let cool for 2 minutes. Serve hot with the herby tahini sauce.