Spiced Sweet Potato Fries with Maple Mustard Dipping Sauce

A recipe for Spiced Sweet Potato Fries with a Maple Mustard Dipping Sauce! These tender and golden baked fries are perfect for fall with hints of cinnamon and cardamom.

I first came across the recipe for these Spiced Sweet Potato Fries over on The Wimpy Vegetarian and it has become such a hit with the family!

While the kids prefer the fries simply with ketchup, I love the pairing the sweet potato fries with an easy Maple Mustard Dipping Sauce for even more fall flavor.

Start by cutting a large sweet potato into 1/2 inch (1.25 centimeter) thick fries, then toss with olive oil and fully coat in the spice mixture.

Arrange the fries in a single layer on a baking sheet and bake on each side until golden and tender. Overall, the whole process only takes around 30 minutes with no frying required.

These Spiced Sweet Potato Fries are best warm from the oven.

A Few Spiced Sweet Potato Fries Tips

The skin of the sweet potato can be peeled or left on the fries based on personal taste. I left it on to keep in that extra bit of nutrients and texture. Be sure to scrub the outside of the sweet potato thoroughly before cutting into fries.

This recipe uses one large sweet potato for roughly 2 servings. It can easily be doubled for more people. Just make sure to not crowd the fries. They should be arranged in a single layer and not touching. You may need to use two baking sheets.

Potato Starch

Potato starch is often used as a thickener or coating. It helps add to the crisp texture of the sweet potatoes.

I have been able to find potato starch in the gluten-free section of many larger grocery stores and in some specialty markets. If you are unable to find it, you can substitute with equal parts cornstarch. 

Looking for more sweet potato recipes?

Try my:

• Sweet Potato Caramelle
• Chorizo and Sweet Potato Salad
• Sweet Potato Waffles

Spiced Sweet Potato Fries with Maple Mustard Dipping Sauce Recipe

Adapted from The Wimpy Vegetarian

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Spiced Sweet Potato Fries with Maple Mustard Dipping Sauce

A recipe for Spiced Sweet Potato Fries with a Maple Mustard Dipping Sauce! These tender and golden baked fries are perfect for fall with hints of cinnamon and cardamom.

Course Side Dish

Cuisine N/A

Keyword autumn, fall, fries, maple, mustard, sweet potato, sweet potato fries, vegetable

Prep Time 10 minutes minutes

Cook Time 25 minutes minutes

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Total Time 35 minutes minutes

Servings 2 Servings

Ingredients

• 1 large sweet potato
• 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) olive oil
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon potato starch or cornstarch
• 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
• Pinch freshly ground black pepper

Dipping Sauce:

• 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) Dijon mustard
• 1 tablespoon (15 milliliters) maple syrup
• Pinch salt
• Freshly chopped parsley for garnish

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 425˚F (220˚C) and line a baking sheet with parchment or lightly grease.
• Slice the sweet potato into fries, about 1/2 inch (1.25 centimeters) thick. Toss well with the olive oil.
• In a medium bowl, mix together cardamom, cinnamon, black pepper, and potato starch (or cornstarch). Toss the oiled sweet potato fries with the spices until each piece is evenly coated.
• Place the coated sweet potato fries in a single layer, not touching, on the prepared baking sheet. Bake in preheated oven until bottoms are golden, about 15 minutes.
• Flip and cook on the other side until crisp and golden, 10-15 minutes.
• Sprinkle the fries with salt and parsley.

To make the Maple Mustard Dipping Sauce:

• In a small bowl, whisk together the Dijon mustard and maple syrup until smooth. Stir in a pinch of salt if desired. Adjust seasonings to taste.
• Serve the hot sweet potato fries immediately with the maple mustard dipping sauce.