Oven Baked Sweet Potato Fries for 4 Servings

Instructions:

1. Peel the 900g of sweet potatoes and slice them into uniform 0.6cm matchsticks.
2. Place the matchsticks in a bowl of ice cold water for at least 30 minutes.
3. Drain and pat the potatoes completely dry with a clean kitchen towel. Do not skip this until they are bone dry to the touch.
4. Toss the dried potatoes with 16g of cornstarch in a large bowl or bag until they look dusty and matte.
5. Drizzle with 45ml avocado oil, then sprinkle in the salt, paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne. Toss until the white starch disappears and they look orange and glossy.
6. Line two large rimmed baking sheets with parchment paper. Spread fries across both pans, ensuring no two fries are touching.
7. Bake at 200°C for 15 minutes. Use the middle and upper racks for the best airflow.
8. Use a wide spatula to turn the fries.
9. Bake for another 10–15 minutes until the tips are dark brown and the centers feel firm.
10. Let them sit on the hot tray for 2 minutes before serving. This allows the internal steam to settle so the crust hardens.