These Sea Salt Sweet Potato Steak Fries are clean, crispy, flavorful, and very easy to prepare — with far fewer calories than traditional fried fries.
As a food blogger I’m often asked what my favorite recipe is. It’s a tough question because I love so many dishes, but this recipe stands out. These Sea Salt Sweet Potato Steak Fries are my top pick — a go-to answer whenever someone asks.
These fries deliver the indulgence we expect from comfort food, but without the usual guilt. Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamins and healthier carbohydrates, and baking them instead of frying cuts down on calories while keeping a delightful texture.
Try these other satisfying sweet potato skillet recipes:
Ground Beef Kale Sweet Potato Skillet
Sweet Potato Shrimp Skillet
When I eat out I often choose sweet potato fries as a side — they have a special appeal at restaurants. This baked version looks and tastes just as tempting, without the extra oil from deep frying.
Also delicious: Paleo + GF Sweet Potato Pancakes
These Sea Salt Sweet Potato Steak Fries are crisp on the outside, tender inside, and incredibly simple to make. I prefer leaving the skin on for extra texture and flavor — just scrub the potatoes well before cutting. If you prefer skinless fries, peel them first.
These fries are a summer favorite and pair perfectly with burgers, sandwiches, grilled steak, chicken, fish, or even eggs. They make a healthier, satisfying side that elevates any meal.
Grab the recipe below and enjoy a lighter, delicious twist on classic fries.
Sea Salt Sweet Potato Steak Fries
Ingredients
- 1 lg sweet potato or 2 med size, scrubbed
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp sea salt
- 1 tsp fresh ground pepper
- 1 tsp coarse sea salt crystals optional
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Spray a large baking sheet (or two smaller sheets) with nonstick spray and set aside.
- Scrub the sweet potato(s) thoroughly if leaving the skin on. Cut the potato in half, then into quarters, and slice into large steak-style fries.
- Place the sweet potato pieces on the prepared baking sheet. Drizzle the olive oil evenly over them, sprinkle with sea salt and fresh ground pepper, and toss with your hands to coat.
- Arrange the fries in a single layer without overcrowding. Use two baking sheets if needed and leave space between pieces so they crisp up rather than steam.
- Bake on the middle rack for 15 minutes. Flip the fries and bake another 10–12 minutes, or until edges begin to brown and fries are tender inside.
Nutrition
Carbohydrates: 23 g |
Protein: 2 g |
Fat: 14 g |
Saturated Fat: 2 g |
Polyunsaturated Fat: 1 g |
Monounsaturated Fat: 10 g |
Sodium: 2388 mg |
Potassium: 395 mg |
Fiber: 4 g |
Sugar: 5 g |
Vitamin A: 16037 IU |
Vitamin C: 3 mg |
Calcium: 40 mg |
Iron: 1 mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated and should be used as an approximation.
