Vegan Sweet Potato Fries with Spicy Mayo
Let’s be honest—regular fries are fine, but sweet potato fries show up like they just returned from a yoga retreat and therapy. They’re crispy, caramelized, and smugly healthy, which is annoying until you taste them. And the spicy vegan mayo? Oh, it’s creamy, fiery, and absolutely judging your ketchup. This combo hits that sweet-salty-spicy trifecta like it’s auditioning for a snack competition. You’ll pretend they’re a side, but you’ll eat the entire batch while claiming they’re “just vegetables.” No deep fryer, no drama—just oven-baked sass and a dip that bites back harder than your last situationship.
Vegan Sweet Potato Fries with Spicy Mayo
Golden roasted sweet potato fries paired with a bold, plant-based spicy mayo that slaps harder than your favorite hot sauce.
Ingredients
For the Fries:
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 1.5 tablespoons olive oil
- 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch for extra crispiness
For the Spicy Vegan Mayo:
- 1/2 cup vegan mayonnaise
- 1.5 tablespoons hot sauce like sriracha
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F, because sweet potatoes deserve a hot stage.
- Wash, peel, and slice sweet potatoes into fries—medium thickness, not pencil thin or potato wedges in denial.
- In a large bowl, toss fries with olive oil, cornstarch, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Spread fries on a parchment-lined baking sheet—space them like introverts at a party.
- Bake for 15 minutes, flip like a pro, and roast another 10 minutes until golden and slightly crispy.
- Meanwhile, in a small bowl, mix vegan mayo, hot sauce, lemon juice, garlic powder, and salt.
- Whisk until smooth, spicy, and ready to judge bland dips.
- Serve fries hot with the spicy mayo on the side—or drizzle it like a rebel.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 230
- Total Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
Vitamins & Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin A: 120%
- Vitamin C: 18%
- Potassium: 15%
- Magnesium: 8%
- Vitamin B6: 14%
Any Additional Notes/Tips to Enhance the Flavor for the Recipe
- Soak sweet potato slices in cold water for 30 minutes pre-baking for next-level crisp.
- Add a dash of cayenne if you want your mayo to whisper threats.
- Use Japanese sweet potatoes for a slightly sweeter, nuttier fry experience.
- Don’t crowd the baking sheet—these fries need space to glow.
- Garnish with chopped parsley or chives if you’re into unnecessary but gorgeous flair.
