Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside.
• Peel 1.5 lbs sweet potatoes and cut them into evenly sized fries.
• Pat the cut fries dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture. Place the fries in a large mixing bowl.
• Add 3 tablespoons olive oil to the bowl and toss the fries until they are evenly coated.
• In a small bowl, combine 1.5 tablespoons cornstarch, ½ teaspoon garlic powder, ½ teaspoon paprika, and ¼ teaspoon black pepper. Sprinkle this mixture over the oiled fries and toss thoroughly so the fries are evenly coated.
• Spread the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, leaving a little space between pieces so they roast rather than steam.
• Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Use a spatula to flip each fry, then return the pan to the oven and bake an additional 10 minutes.
• Check doneness and texture; if you want them crispier, bake up to 5 more minutes, checking every 2–3 minutes to avoid burning.
• Remove the fries from the oven, sprinkle with ½ teaspoon salt, and toss lightly to distribute the salt. Serve immediately.