Sweet Potato Fries

Steps

• Step 1: Cut

  Use a mandoline or knife to cut the potatoes into French fry-shaped pieces.

• Step 2: Rinse and Soak

  Transfer the pieces to a large bowl filled with cold water. Allow the fries to soak for at least 1 hour. Rinse the fries off in a colander. Then, transfer to a sheet pan lined with paper towel. Pat the fries dry with additional paper towels.

• Step 3: Heat Up Oil

  Heat the oil to 300°F in a deep fryer or large Dutch oven.

• Step 4: Fry

  Working in 3-4 batches, transfer a batch of fries to the oil. Fry for 3-4 minutes. The exterior of the fries should still be white/pale yellow. Transfer the fries to a baking rack, or another sheet pan or a plate lined with paper towel. Repeat this process with the remaining fries.

• Step 5: Second Fry

  Turn the heat up so the oil temperature reaches 400°F. Transfer a batch of fries to the oil and fry for 2-3 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Transfer the fries to a bowl. Sprinkle immediately with salt and give the fries a toss. Transfer to a sheet pan lined with paper towel. Repeat for remaining batches.