Batata-doce frita crocante

Ingredientes

• 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and rinsed
• 3-4 tbsp corn starch
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp paprika
• 1/4 tsp pepper
• 48 oz oil

Modo de preparo

1. 1

   Use a mandoline slicer to cut the sweet...: Use a mandoline slicer to cut the sweet potatoes into fries shape (alternatively cut them into a fry shape)

2. 2

   Put them in a big bowl and toss...: Put them in a big bowl and toss with olive oil and pepper

3. 3

   In a large pan carefully heat the oil...: In a large pan carefully heat the oil to 350, using a candy thermometer

4. 4

   In a little bowl combine the salt and...: In a little bowl combine the salt and paprika

5. 5

   Toss the sweet potato fries with cornstarch

6. 6

   In batches add the sweet potatoes to the...: In batches add the sweet potatoes to the hot oil (being very careful)

7. 7

   Use an oil splatter screen while they are...: Use an oil splatter screen while they are cooking to avoid any splatters

8. 8

   Cook until they start turning a darker orange...: Cook until they start turning a darker orange but before they get too dark (this varies, some of my batches take 3 minutes others can take 6 minutes)

9. 9

   Use a slotted spoon to remove them to...: Use a slotted spoon to remove them to a paper towel, toss with the salt/paprika combo and then transfer the fries to a large piece of parchment paper, spreading to a thin layer

10. 10

    Repeat until they are all cooked