Loaded Sweet Potato Fries
These Mexican-inspired loaded sweet potato fries are sweet, spicy, & delicious. Perfect for parties, movie nights, game days, and a fun dinner!
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes cut into fries
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon chili powder
- ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen and thawed, or canned and drained)
- ½ cup diced red onion
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- ½ cup vegan shredded cheddar cheese
- ¼ cup chopped cilantro
- 1 to 2 tablespoons lime juice
- Salt to taste
- Vegan sour cream or avocado/guacamole for topping (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato fries with the olive oil, salt, chili powder, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
- Spread the fries in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet. Do not overcrowd the pan.
- Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until tender inside and lightly crisp on the edges.
- While the fries bake, combine the black beans, corn, red onion, tomatoes, cilantro, and lime juice in a bowl. Stir, taste, adjust salt, and set aside.
- Remove the fries from the oven and sprinkle the vegan shredded cheese evenly over the top. Return to the oven for 3 to 5 minutes, until melted.
- Remove from the oven and spoon the bean and corn mixture over the fries.
- Top with vegan sour cream or avocado if using. Serve immediately.
Notes
- These are best served immediately.
- You can swap black beans for pinto beans or add diced jalapeño for heat.
- Optionally add starch: Toss with cornstarch or potato starch (added with the oil and seasonings) before baking for extra crispiness.
- Cut the fries evenly: To ensure even cooking.
- Don’t overcrowd: Spread the fries in a single layer with space for airflow to guarantee the crispiest fries.
- Serve immediately: The fries will soften as they sit, especially once the wet toppings are added.