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    Gastronotherapy » Recipes » Appetizers

    Roasted Japanese Sweet Potato Fries

    Published: Nov 4, 2021 · Modified: Mar 8, 2022 by MaryAnne · 2 Comments

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    Crunchy Japanese sweet potato fries are sweet and savory, seasoned with garlic and rosemary, and served with a creamy garlic-rosemary mayo. The perfect side dish or appetizer when you want easy, healthy, and tasty!

    roasted japanese sweet potato fries on a wooden cutting board with beer and condiments.

    When making homemade french fries, I prefer using sweet potatoes because of their subtle sweetness, but also because of the extra nutrition and fiber they provide. Who doesn't love getting health benefits from something that's already delicious??

    Japanese sweet potatoes are a great variety to use when making fries, as they are a sturdier and starchier cousin to the "regular" kind. In this recipe, they get tossed in oil, garlic, rosemary, and salt to create crispy fries that are served with a garlic-rosemary mayo.

    Japanese sweet potato fries hold up well to all of your favorite condiments, are slightly sweeter, and so easy to make! They make an excellent appetizer, side dish, or even main entrée when all you want for dinner is french fries and beer.

    For more appetizer recipes, try my Healthy Impossible Burger Meatballs, Corn Avocado Black Bean Salsa, Smoky Paprika Hummus, and Roasted Beet Tart with Feta and Kale!

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    • Roasted Japanese Sweet Potato Fries Recipe
    japanese sweet potato fries with garlic and rosemary and a beer bottle opener in background.

    Why This Recipe Is The Best

    • Just 5 simple and pantry-friendly ingredients
    • Crunchy, salty, and slightly sweet
    • Makes a healthy snack or side dish
    • Quick and easy - ready in 30 minutes!

    Expert Tips and Tricks

    • Cut your sweet potatoes thinner so they cook faster and get nice and crispy.
    • I enjoy making french fries out of Japanese sweet potatoes because they are sturdier than the orange variety, so they are easier to dip into all of the condiments!
    • If you don't have fresh rosemary on hand, you can substitute dried rosemary but be sure to only use ⅓ of the amount.
    • You can use "regular" sweet potatoes for this recipe as well!
    • Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
    • How to reheat: Place in a preheated 350 degree F oven for 10-15 minutes, until heated through.
    • I love garlic-rosemary fries, but you could also toss your sweet potato fries in: chili powder, paprika, cumin, or cinnamon & nutmeg (for dessert fries!)
    sliced japanese sweet potatoes on a baking sheet.

    Ingredients Needed

    • Japanese sweet potatoes - these potatoes have white flesh and darker purple skin; they are denser, sweeter, and starchier than orange sweet potatoes.
    • Olive oil (or any neutral cooking oil) - use your go-to cooking oil for this recipe
    • Garlic powder - I love garlic on my fries!
    • Fresh rosemary - adds lovely aromatics and pairs well with garlic

    For the Garlic-Rosemary Mayo:

    • Mayonnaise - an underrated condiment for french fries, but oh-so good
    • Fresh rosemary - dried rosemary will work here too, but only use about ⅓ of the amount, as it's more concentrated
    • Garlic - feel free to substitute garlic powder if you don't have fresh garlic on hand
    japanese sweet potato fries on a baking sheet with dish towel.

    Recipe Instructions

    *See recipe card below for printable instructions

    Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.

    In a large bowl, toss cut sweet potatoes with oil, garlic, rosemary, and salt.

    Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet.

    Bake for 15 minutes, until golden on the bottom. Use a spatula to flip potatoes and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until they are evenly crispy and browned.

    Make the Garlic-Rosemary Mayo: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise with the rosemary, garlic, and salt.

    After removing sweet potato fries from oven, sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Serve with garlic-rosemary mayo.

    white hand dipping japanese sweet potato fries into cup of ketchup.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What is the difference between a regular sweet potato and a Japanese sweet potato?

    Japanese sweet potatoes are a sturdier and starchier cousin to the "regular" kind. While both are very healthy, the most obvious difference is their color: Japanese sweet potatoes are purple and regular are orange on the outside.

    Why are my sweet potato fries not crispy?

    There are two important factors in making crispy fries: a hot oven and cutting potatoes thin to increase the surface area. If you do both of these (as we do in this recipe), you will have crispy fries!

    japanese sweet potato fries on parchment with two fries on the side dipped in mayo.

    Enjoy your week, and feel free to drop me a line in the comments – I would love to hear if you try this recipe! Or tag me on Instagram @maryannehoekstra to let me know how it turned out! Also, if you are enjoying my blog, please consider recommending it to your friends. They can subscribe here.

    roasted japanese sweet potato fries on a cuttingn board with ketchup and glass of beer in background

    Roasted Japanese Sweet Potato Fries Recipe

    Author: MaryAnne
    Crunchy Japanese sweet potato fries are sweet and savory, seasoned with garlic and rosemary, and served with a creamy garlic-rosemary mayo. The perfect side dish or appetizer when you want easy, healthy, and tasty!
    5 from 3 votes
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Course Appetizer, Side Dish
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4 servings
    Calories 152 kcal

    Ingredients
      

    • 3 medium Japanese sweet potatoes, scrubbed and cut into ½-inch thick matchsticks
    • 3 Tablespoons olive oil (or any neutral cooking oil)
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 Tablespoon fresh rosemary, chopped
    • ½ teaspoon salt
    • flaky sea salt (optional)

    For the Garlic-Rosemary Mayo:

    • 2 Tablespoons mayonnaise
    • 1 teaspoon fresh rosemary, chopped
    • 1 garlic clove, minced
    • pinch of salt

    Instructions
     

    • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
    • In a large bowl, toss cut sweet potatoes with oil, garlic, rosemary, and salt.
    • Spread the potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
    • Bake for 15 minutes, until golden on the bottom. Use a spatula to flip potatoes and bake for an additional 10-15 minutes, until they are evenly crispy and browned.
    • Make the Garlic-Rosemary Mayo: In a small bowl, combine mayonnaise with the rosemary, garlic, and salt.
    • After removing sweet potato fries from oven, sprinkle with flaky sea salt. Serve with garlic-rosemary mayo.

    Notes

    • Cut your sweet potatoes thinner so they cook faster and get nice and crispy.
    • I enjoy making french fries out of Japanese sweet potatoes because they are sturdier than the orange variety, so they are easier to dip into all of the condiments!
    • If you don't have fresh rosemary on hand, you can substitute dried rosemary but be sure to only use ⅓ of the amount.
    • You can use "regular" sweet potatoes for this recipe as well!
    • Storage: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
    • How to reheat: Place in a preheated 350 degree F oven for 10-15 minutes, until heated through.
    • I love garlic-rosemary fries, but you could also toss your sweet potato fries in: chili powder, paprika, cumin, or cinnamon & nutmeg (for dessert fries!)

    Nutrition

    Calories: 152kcal
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    1. Sonya

      December 18, 2021 at 10:08 am

      5 stars
      I loved the sweet and savory combination of these fries! We had some leftover chipotle mayo for dipping, and it was a great pairing.

      Reply
      • Gastronotherapy

        December 18, 2021 at 2:31 pm

        That sounds delicious, Sonya! So glad you enjoyed these fries!

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