- Prep Time:
- 30 min
- Inactive Prep Time:
- hr min
- Cook Time:
- 15 min
- Level:
- Intermediate
- Serves:
- 4 to 6 servings
Ingredients
2 large sweet potatoes (about 3 pounds, total)
2 quarts vegetable oil
1 tablespoon brown sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
Pinch cayenne
Pinch cinnamon
Instructions
Boil sweet potatoes in water to cover for 10 minutes. Remove and allow to
cool. Peel potatoes and cut into 1/4 by 1/4-inch thick batons.
Meanwhile in a 5-quart pot or Dutch oven fitted with a candy or deep-frying thermometer, (or in an electric
deep fryer), heat oil over medium-low heat until the thermometer registers 300 degrees F. Make sure you have
at least 3 inches of space between the top of the oil and the top of the pan, as fries will bubble up when
they are added.
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Increase the heat to medium-high and add fries, a handful at a time, to the hot oil. Fry, stirring
occasionally, until potatoes are soft and limp and just begin to brown, about 3 to 4 minutes. Using a skimmer
or slotted spoon, carefully remove fries from the oil and set aside to drain on paper towels. Let rest for at
least 10 minutes or up to 2 hours.
When ready to serve the fries, reheat the oil to 350?F. Transfer the blanched potatoes to the hot oil and fry
again, stirring frequently until browned and puffed, about 1 minute. Transfer to paper lined platter and allow
to drain for a minute.
Combine the brown sugar, salt, cayenne and cinnamon in a large bowl. Add the fries and toss to coat. Serve
immediately.
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