Cajun Sweet Potato Fries Recipe
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
25 mins
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Total Time
35 mins
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Servings
4 servings
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Calories
154 kcal
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Course
Side Dish
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Cuisine
North American
Cajun Sweet Potato Fries Recipe
Description
Cajun Sweet Potato Fries Recipe features medium sweet potatoes cut into thin strips and coated with olive oil and a spicy Cajun seasoning mix. Baking the fries on a parchment-lined sheet at 425 degrees Fahrenheit creates a tender interior with some crispy edges without deep frying. The accompanying blue cheese yogurt dip brings together Greek yogurt, blue cheese, Dijon mustard, and seasonings for a rich and tangy complement. Fresh parsley adds a bright note when sprinkled over the fries before serving.
The seasoning blend includes paprika, onion and garlic powders, thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, and cayenne, lending layers of warm spice balanced by the natural sweetness of the potatoes. Baking time is typically 25 to 30 minutes to achieve the desired texture. Making the dip while the fries bake allows easy coordination.
Serve these fries as a flavorful side or appetizer with the blue cheese yogurt dip on the side. They provide an alternative to regular fries with more depth from the spices and the creamy dip. The recipe also offers a simple way to make homemade Cajun seasoning for other uses like chicken or roasted vegetables.
Prepare the Cajun seasoning in advance to use on other dishes like chicken or salmon.Cut sweet potatoes evenly for uniform baking and crispness.Serve fries immediately after baking for best texture.The blue cheese yogurt dip can be made ahead and refrigerated.
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potato cut into ¼-inch strips
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ½ tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- parsley to serve, chopped
Blue Cheese Yogurt
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup blue cheese crumbled
- 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard
- 1 pinch salt
- 1 pinch black pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the sweet potato strips in a large bowl, add the olive oil and Cajun seasoning, and mix well.
- Arrange the fries on the baking sheet so that they are in a single layer and not touching each other. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, until they are soft with several crispy spots.
- While the fries are in the oven, make the blue cheese yogurt. In a small bowl mix together the yogurt, blue cheese, dijon, salt, and pepper.
- Serve the fries with a little chopped parsley on top and the blue cheese yogurt on the side.
Notes
- You can make the Cajun seasoning blend ahead and store it to use on other dishes such as chicken, salmon, or vegetables.
- Ensure the sweet potato strips are cut evenly around ¼ inch for even baking and crisp texture.
- Bake the fries in a single layer without crowding for best results.
- The blue cheese yogurt dip can be prepared while the fries bake and eaten chilled or slightly warmed.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 154 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1 serving = ¼ of the recipe | |
| Calories | 154kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 25g | 8% |
| Protein | 6g | 12% |
| Fat | 4g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 5mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 461mg | 19% |
| Potassium | 471mg | 10% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 6g | 12% |
| Vitamin A | 16608IU | 332% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 100mg | 10% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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