2 pounds sweet potatoes (4 medium)
2 quarts vegetable or peanut oil, for frying
Spice Blend, recipe follows
1 teaspoon kosher salt
1 teaspoon garlic salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon ground dried oregano