Sweet potato fries pair well with pork.
Sweet potatoes make a tasty alternative to french fries. Just 3.5 ounces of sweet potato provides twice the daily recommended amount of vitamin A, as well as calcium, vitamin C, iron and lots of fiber, according to Aggie Horticulture. Slice sweet potatoes into wedges, and cook them in heart healthy oils for a sweet and crispy side to any sandwich.
Instructions
1. Wash potatoes thoroughly.
2. Slice each potato lengthwise. Place the flat sides down on the cutting board.
3. Angle the knife at about a 30-degree angle, then slice the potato lengthwise about 1/4 to 1/2 inch from one edge, depending on how thick you want your wedges. Angle the knife to about a 60-degree angle, and cut lengthwise again. Cut three to four angled wedges from each potato half.
4. Place the potato wedges in cold water.
5. Pour the two oils into skillet or fryer. Turn the stove to medium heat. Heat the oil to 360 to 365 degrees, about three to five minutes.
6. Pat dry the potato wedges. Gently place the potatoes in the skillet, leaving space between each wedge to prevent them from sticking to each other.
7. Cook for 2 to 3 minutes. Turn sweet potato wedges over and fry for another 2 to 3 minutes, or until tender and lightly brown. If using a deep fryer, cook the wedges for about 4 minutes.
8. Remove sweet potato wedges with tongs, and place on several paper towels to drain excess oil. Sprinkle with some sea salt and pepper or with cinnamon sugar.
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