I made the baked version today. Couple of things that I think everyone should know. Baking takes a LONG TIME. I know it doesn’t seem like it in the video, but between soaking, drying, baking, flipping, baking, and crisping, it is a 2 hour process. Plan accordingly. These need to be peeled. The skin will burn in the oven if you don’t. Rather than leave the oven completely open to crisp, I would crack it open and keep an eye. I found that my fries were getting cold after the 10 min crisping period. Other than that, the ones that came out well were the best fries I’ve done in the oven. Good recipe.
I love how you describe everything, I'm 65 a retired cook but I enjoy your recipes. I always cook for two so your way of cooking makes it easy I used to have a problem making smaller dishes.
Southern twist is sprinkle with mixture of salt, brown sugar and cinnamon after frying. Then mix a pinch cayenne with honey mustard for a dip. Addicting
Cleanliness is a massive part of cooking. It’s not nice to cook in a dirty environment. I’m glad you enjoyed it. The fried version of this recipe is amazing! 😊
I’m going to try this tonight! So excited because a couple restaurants serve this amazing sauce I couldn’t find for years and finally found a recipe for it today! Honey Siracha is the name for anyone who wants a hotter sauce to complement this amazing side!
It’s a different type of starch. We remove any natural starch which will prevent them from being soggy and replace it with a starch (corn or potato) which will get them crispy. 👌
So Chef..this is something I do not get..you soak the sweet potatoes to remove the starch (in order to get crispy) and then you add starch (in order to get crispy). How does this work?
The natural starch in sweet potatoes contain pectin, we remove that and add a new starch that will crisp. The natural starch will steam the potatoes and not get them crisp. With the fried version. The vinegar slows the breakdown of pectin allowing them too crisp, without the natural sugars burning. If we were to fry them without adding the cornstarch, the potatoes will become soggy. There’s a bit of science involved in the recipe.
Thank you for this video! Very easy to follow, and they taste great! Just curious as to why we have to let the fries cool after boiling them before frying them?
There's a place in town I always go to for sweet potato fries and I just love the textures and flavors you get from them. Thank you so much for this recipe. I'm saving it.
I just use an oil strainer from Amazon for $5 USD, And into an Empty Clean Apple Juice Container . The strainer is meant for used oil and catches any burnt or excess particles. For $5 it makes the process of Saving Oil Sooooo Easy 😁. Btw, my potato slices are cooling and just about to go into my cornstarch slurry. Thanks very much for your video. Hopefully it turns out ok !😁
Hey Marc. Avocado oil has a really high point, meaning it can be heated to a very high temperature (260c-500f). If you do deep fry in avocado oil, it will let off a nutty flavour, which will be passed onto anything you deep fry in it. Coconut oil is also good, around 90% of the fatty acids in coconut oil are saturated, making it resistant to heat. Please enjoy the fries, they are so good!
Thank you for this video! I actually made the fried recipe a few months ago and they came out great. I’m wondering though if arrowroot powder might work, or is that too similar a starch as yams?
How do you remember the little tips like add white vinegar to sweet potato for thst reason, do you have notes or just remember naturally after being a chef so long? Whats your thoughts on induction hobs? Ive alwags used gas hobs but looking to build a house and unsure for the future
Hey Dan. Yeah it’s just a muscle memory sort of thing like riding a bike, especially after doing it for so long. I do have to refresh my memory on certain things every now and again but it comes back in an instant. Personally I rarely use induction unless I really need to but that just my preference. They do heat up a lot faster but can be uneven in temperature distribution. Gas is also a lot cheaper than electricity.
@@ChefJackOvens, thanks, gas is what I'm used to so I'll stick with a gas hob. Im assuming that electric ovens cook more evenly, again ive only used a gas oven.
I’m sorry for the late reply, I wish I had seen this earlier. It’s fine to replace the cornstarch with corn flour, they are very similar in what they do. I hope you enjoyed them! 😊
Organic Coconut Oil is the best for deep frying as it has a very high heat tolerance so does not create any nasty chemicals like processed seed oil (especially canola - steer clear of that!) and can be used for ages. It costs a lot more but you get what you pay for....clean food.
Nice job! soaked in plain water. I put oil in the bowel add oil and corn starch mixed it all up put air fry on 400 20min . There still not crispy . What I am doing wrong?
It wont make too much difference but will allow better airflow around the fries. The baking paper (parchment paper) will prevent them from sticking. If you wanted to do it this way, I'd recommend putting the parchment paper on the wire rack. Let me know how you go.
@@ChefJackOvens thanks for your reply, I'm new to using sweet potato, went vegan a week ago, using ingredients I've never tried before, going to do them tomorrow probably
I am a lazy single guy, and I detest extra washing- up ( no dishwasher ) my sweet potatoes are still soaking listening to your comment, I will give the extra distance......I got this far. I love all the information....I can steal. stay safe love from Canterbury U.K.
You can for the baked version but not for the fried. Olive Oil has a lower smoke point than vegetable oil and will burn if it's used for deep frying. Olive oil is best for baked and pan fried goods.
Unfortunately cornstarch or cornflour is needed in this recipe. It’s what gives the sweet potato it’s crispness. Anything else will cause the potatoes to become soggy and burn.
Because the natural starch contains pectin, we remove that and add a new starch that will crisp. The natural starch will steam the potatoes and not get them crisp. With the fried version. The vinegar slows the breakdown of pectin allowing them to crisp, without the natural sugars burning. If we were to fry them without adding the cornstarch, the potatoes will become soggy. There’s a bit of science involved in the recipe.
Thank you. I apologise for this. Unfortunately I don't have some of the suitable equipment required for full audio production. I am in the process of upgrading and will include this kind of thing in future videos.
I made the baked version today. Couple of things that I think everyone should know. Baking takes a LONG TIME. I know it doesn’t seem like it in the video, but between soaking, drying, baking, flipping, baking, and crisping, it is a 2 hour process. Plan accordingly.
These need to be peeled. The skin will burn in the oven if you don’t.
Rather than leave the oven completely open to crisp, I would crack it open and keep an eye. I found that my fries were getting cold after the 10 min crisping period.
Other than that, the ones that came out well were the best fries I’ve done in the oven. Good recipe.
15 mins in airfryer
I love how you describe everything, I'm 65 a retired cook but I enjoy your recipes. I always cook for two so your way of cooking makes it easy I used to have a problem making smaller dishes.
Glad you enjoy it all! Thank you 🙏
Southern twist is sprinkle with mixture of salt, brown sugar and cinnamon after frying. Then mix a pinch cayenne with honey mustard for a dip. Addicting
Sounds delicious 👌🤤
I love how clean your stove and pot are. I get turned off watching dirty chefs.
Thank you for video. Fried is my fav too.
Cleanliness is a massive part of cooking. It’s not nice to cook in a dirty environment. I’m glad you enjoyed it. The fried version of this recipe is amazing! 😊
Can I use apple Cider vinegar
Lol "social distance them"
Haha 😉
Funny
Love it lol
I tried ur recipe and it turned out really nice.... thanks...
Omg did I just hear what I heard aaah jajaja 🤣🤣👍
I’m going to try this tonight! So excited because a couple restaurants serve this amazing sauce I couldn’t find for years and finally found a recipe for it today! Honey Siracha is the name for anyone who wants a hotter sauce to complement this amazing side!
Awesome! Please enjoy them 😊👌
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Honey + Sriracha mixed together or a Sriracha with honey?
"we soak to help get rid of the starch"
"so then we add starch that they naturally lack"
:think:
It’s a different type of starch. We remove any natural starch which will prevent them from being soggy and replace it with a starch (corn or potato) which will get them crispy. 👌
@@ChefJackOvens Fair, I was just kidding anyway, they looked great!
Haha, all good! Glad you enjoyed it! 👌👌
LOL...I KNOW...Right!
That was also my question. Thanks!
So Chef..this is something I do not get..you soak the sweet potatoes to remove the starch (in order to get crispy) and then you add starch (in order to get crispy).
How does this work?
The natural starch in sweet potatoes contain pectin, we remove that and add a new starch that will crisp. The natural starch will steam the potatoes and not get them crisp. With the fried version. The vinegar slows the breakdown of pectin allowing them too crisp, without the natural sugars burning. If we were to fry them without adding the cornstarch, the potatoes will become soggy. There’s a bit of science involved in the recipe.
@@ChefJackOvens Thanks for the reply!
I tried the boil then fry method, it turned out amazing, crispy outside and soft inside
thank you
Awesome to hear! Glad you enjoyed them.
Thank you for this video! Very easy to follow, and they taste great! Just curious as to why we have to let the fries cool after boiling them before frying them?
I’m glad you enjoyed it! The reason being is to allow any excess moisture to drain. Letting them cool and dry will allow them to crisp more! 👌
There's a place in town I always go to for sweet potato fries and I just love the textures and flavors you get from them. Thank you so much for this recipe. I'm saving it.
They are something special. Please enjoy these ones!
Odd this. Soak in water for 1 hour to remove starch. Later, add corn starch to add starch that Sweet Potatoes lack. What one is it? 😄
@@Ali_Leitch the corn starch thats inside the sweet potatoes needs to be drained. The added corn starch is for the outside of the fries.
Sweet potatoes have corn starch?
Potatoes have starch inside. But I don’t think the soak is necessary for sweet potatoes. They have way less starch than regular potatoes.
Im glad that in every video the chef describe and show every steps including the way of cutting it :)
Glad you enjoy it!
It is sooo worth the time I tried it and it tasted like heaven and it best eaten with sour cream
I just use an oil strainer from Amazon for $5 USD, And into an Empty Clean Apple Juice Container . The strainer is meant for used oil and catches any burnt or excess particles. For $5 it makes the process of Saving Oil Sooooo Easy 😁.
Btw, my potato slices are cooling and just about to go into my cornstarch slurry. Thanks very much for your video. Hopefully it turns out ok !😁
Trying the fried version as I post my comment! Can’t wait 😝
Hope you enjoy them 😊
None of the above. I simply boil it , my lazy cheap and quick way. Great idea you have. It's an option.
I love sweet potato fries! Im totally making this soon using your method. Usually, I like to season them with italian herbs. Thanks Chef!
They are really good! You can add any of your favourite seasonings to these. 😊
GREAT video! I followed your fried version step by step and made my best sweet potato fries yet!
Fantastic! Great job. Glad you enjoyed them.
Thanks for sharing
You’re very welcome 😊
Hi Chef, I'm making the fried version as I write this. I purchased expeller Sunflower oil, but what about Avocado or Coconut oil for deep frying?
Hey Marc. Avocado oil has a really high point, meaning it can be heated to a very high temperature (260c-500f). If you do deep fry in avocado oil, it will let off a nutty flavour, which will be passed onto anything you deep fry in it. Coconut oil is also good, around 90% of the fatty acids in coconut oil are saturated, making it resistant to heat. Please enjoy the fries, they are so good!
@@ChefJackOvens can I use apple cider vinegar in the boiling instead Chef ?
I use light refined olive oil...takes the heat better than extra virgin and not as much of the olive taste!
Thank you!!! not everyone wants to bake. Sometime your viewers dont even have oven or microwave like me😩 I could only do fried or skillet recipes
You’re very welcome! 👌
I'm doing the fried sweet potato fries according to your recipe.. can't wait...😋😋😋
Please enjoy 😊
Thanks i made these for my mom they were great. nice and crispy
Glad you like them!
The incredible lack of wastage in your videos is giving me life!!! Awesome job!!! ✨
Thank you for this video! I actually made the fried recipe a few months ago and they came out great. I’m wondering though if arrowroot powder might work, or is that too similar a starch as yams?
I just harvested my sweet potatoes, this looks like a must do 🤔👍
It's so good!
Thank you for sharing your tips. I will be making the baked version tomorrow. Enjoyed your video!
You are so welcome! I hope you enjoy them.
I can't imagine myself creating so much washing-up for few French fries,
but I do understand that if you want good food, you cook it right.
Great video! Is potato starch a good substitute for corn starch?
Yes it is! Thank you very much.
Good recipe! I fried mine and they turned out perfect! YUM
Glad you liked it!!
Thank you so much for the head up!
FYI they came out really good!!
Corn starch and vinegar made the difference!! Gracias compadre!!😷😎
You’re very welcome. I’m pleased to hear you enjoyed them.
Hi Chef, thanka for the recipe. I did the bake version. The sweet potatoes were so crunchy and yummy!!
That’s awesome to hear! Glad you enjoyed them
Loved" now we are social distancing them"
😊😉
I found that funny too.
Respect from Canterbury U.K.
Jack you are so good indeed amazing explanation well done 👍
Glad you think so!
Thank you for the recipe, tried the fried version turned out great
That’s great to hear! I’m glad you enjoyed it.
Looks lovely 😍 any alternative to cornflour? I've got plain flour.. I don't really cook lol
Unfortunately not in this case. You will need the cornflour.
@@ChefJackOvens awww ok, I'll be making trip to Sainsburys then lol.. thanks for your reply
Nice can't wait to try
I apologise for the late reply! Please enjoy.
Thanks I’ll use this method tonight in my new deep frying machine
👌👌
I'm trying the fried version right away!
Please do!
Looks good 👍 have you ever tried these in air fryer
Thank you. To be honest, no I haven’t. I’m sure they would work very well though 😊
How do you remember the little tips like add white vinegar to sweet potato for thst reason, do you have notes or just remember naturally after being a chef so long?
Whats your thoughts on induction hobs? Ive alwags used gas hobs but looking to build a house and unsure for the future
Hey Dan. Yeah it’s just a muscle memory sort of thing like riding a bike, especially after doing it for so long. I do have to refresh my memory on certain things every now and again but it comes back in an instant.
Personally I rarely use induction unless I really need to but that just my preference. They do heat up a lot faster but can be uneven in temperature distribution. Gas is also a lot cheaper than electricity.
@@ChefJackOvens, thanks, gas is what I'm used to so I'll stick with a gas hob. Im assuming that electric ovens cook more evenly, again ive only used a gas oven.
Heyyyy. Ok so if I want to add paprika to my fries (fried) do I add it after frying them or with the wet corn starch mixture?
You can make a little paprika salt mix to add to the fries once they’ve been cooked 👌👌
Better ad any spices after cooking or they will burn and loose all flavor
@@piccoleitor ....yep! Will possibly make a bitter taste too!
I boiled than coat with corn starch and fried yummy 😊
Can I use the oil again for any deep frying? I think what I am asking is, will the flavour from the sweet potatoes be in the oil?
Hey Steven! It won’t taste heavily of sweet potato but may have a slight smell of them. It will still be fine to use to deep fry anything else 😊
Great video. So I went through comments and no one asked this. Can I substitute vinegar with lemon? I want to make this today 😊
I'm so sorry for the late reply!! Yes you can! Please enjoy
@@ChefJackOvens thank you.
Would rice flour work in replace of the corn flour? Wanting to make these tonight but don’t have any corn flour 😩
Unfortunately not sorry. You need the corn flour or potato starch to get the crunch, without these you won’t get a crispy skin.
Can I do this in the air fryer too? Same steps?
Is the parchment paper necessary? or can i use aluminum foil? sorry if this has been asked already!
Please don't be sorry! Aluminium foil does work however they may slightly stick.
Chef Jack Ovens thank you for the quick response! I’m excited to make them!
easy to follow. best.
Very nice ! I’ll give a try . Thanks chef you are amazing ☺️
Please do! Thank you very much. 😊🙏
Thanks for sharing your knowledge, appreciate. My choice - fried ones...
Superb
Thanks 🤗
Social distancing! Love that! 🤣🤣
Can I replace cornstarch with corn flour?
I'm making these rn I really need to know😂
I’m sorry for the late reply, I wish I had seen this earlier. It’s fine to replace the cornstarch with corn flour, they are very similar in what they do. I hope you enjoyed them! 😊
@@ChefJackOvens do we have to use vinegar?
Great video! Thanks for the information!
You’re very welcome
very good
Glad you think so!
I do hate the flipping part whenever I bake something,
which is why I use a net like tray so they cook on both sides at the same time.
Step one. Make sure the sweet potatoes are still good.
I'll have to come back and try this one again. Lol
Haha! That does help.
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Can't wait to try the fried version! Thank you :)
You're really gooood!!! Love it😄
Thank you so much!!
@@ChefJackOvens I'm trying it out right now as we speak. Thank you very much definitely earned yourself a new subscriber 😄😄
Hahaha I just subscribed. Punch line ' social distancing them' hehehe LOL.
Haha 😂 thank you for subscribing!
Is Cornstarch in the UK cornflour?
Yeah In UK and Australia cornstarch is cornflour 😊
Can I use grapeseed oil for the fried version?
Great question! Unfortunately its high levels of polyunsaturated fatty acids make it unsuitable for high-heat cooking, such as frying.
Hey Jack, could you air fry them to be just as crispy and tasty as the fried version? Thanks Mate
Yes you can. I personally have never made them in an air fryer but, it will work the same as the baked version.
These came out perfect! Great video!!
Glad you enjoyed them!
Glad I found your channel.
Glad you did too! Hello and welcome 🙏
Organic Coconut Oil is the best for deep frying as it has a very high heat tolerance so does not create any nasty chemicals like processed seed oil (especially canola - steer clear of that!) and can be used for ages. It costs a lot more but you get what you pay for....clean food.
Nice job! soaked in plain water. I put oil in the bowel add oil and corn starch mixed it all up put air fry on 400 20min . There still not crispy . What I am doing wrong?
Thank you. This recipe is designed for an oven or deep fryer, that would be your issue unfortunately.
I don't have any vinegar of any sort, so I'm attempting the fried version with corn flour and lime!
If you leave the skin on for the fry version will it make them less crispy?
Can I use tapioca starch instead of corn starch? Husband reacts to corn products.
You can use potato starch!
Awesome !
I like that he gives us other useful tips
Glad you enjoy them!
does rice vinegar work if you do not have white vinegar on hand
thank you for making it so easy to follow. i didn't know how to make crunchy sweet potato fries. yummy
Would it be good placing the chips on a wire rack to avoid them sticking when cooking, would it make much difference?
It wont make too much difference but will allow better airflow around the fries. The baking paper (parchment paper) will prevent them from sticking. If you wanted to do it this way, I'd recommend putting the parchment paper on the wire rack. Let me know how you go.
@@ChefJackOvens thanks for your reply, I'm new to using sweet potato, went vegan a week ago, using ingredients I've never tried before, going to do them tomorrow probably
Please enjoy. Sweet potatoes are an amazing vegetable!
I am a lazy single guy, and I detest extra washing- up ( no dishwasher )
my sweet potatoes are still soaking
listening to your comment, I will give the extra distance......I got this far. I love all the information....I can steal. stay safe
love from Canterbury U.K.
The fried ones , we need to put into oven ?
Hiya, can I substitute cornstarch with the plain flour as I don't have any at home? Thanks
Unfortunately not sorry. Plain flour will make these soggy. The cornstarch is designed to create a thin crisp skin.
@@ChefJackOvens thankyou for the reply 😄
Tried the fried ones! Turned out really well! Thanks:)
Awesome, this is great to hear! Glad you enjoyed them!
Thanks for sharing mate
My pleasure.
Chef Jack Ovens Hey Jack, I did your chops mate turned out great couldn’t believe I am starting to cook now take care mate. Hope your well keep safe
At beginning you soaked them to get rid of starch.. Then you say you add corn starch as they have no natural starch? Explain please
Haha social distancing the fries 👏😁
Haha 😂
I blanched 7 pounds of sweet potato fries and now I don’t know if I can fry them from frozen or bake them from frozen or if I should let them unthaw?
Yeah you can fry them from frozen 😊
Awesome
Can I use apple cider vinegar instead of white vinegar?
Can I use olive oil?
You can for the baked version but not for the fried. Olive Oil has a lower smoke point than vegetable oil and will burn if it's used for deep frying. Olive oil is best for baked and pan fried goods.
@@ChefJackOvens okay thank you! :)
how come you make a cornstrach slurry for frying but not baking
..pretty much social distancing....Luv it..
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Haha
Nice
Im glad you like it!
That's a damn sharp knife
It really is
are there any substitutions for cornstarch?
The only substitute would be Potato starch however, It is recommended to use cornstarch, if you can.
This got you a new subscriber! Yum!
Welcome to the channel! Thank you so much for subscribing, your support is greatly appreciated! 🙏
Duration of time for preheating?
Gracias ☺️
🙏🙏
do you know what i could replace the cornstarch with?
Unfortunately cornstarch or cornflour is needed in this recipe. It’s what gives the sweet potato it’s crispness. Anything else will cause the potatoes to become soggy and burn.
Why would you first get rid of the natural starch if you're going to add starch to get it crispy?
yea I dont get that part. He says we have to add starch because it doesn't have enough natural starch, but he removes the natural starch
Because the natural starch contains pectin, we remove that and add a new starch that will crisp. The natural starch will steam the potatoes and not get them crisp. With the fried version. The vinegar slows the breakdown of pectin allowing them to crisp, without the natural sugars burning. If we were to fry them without adding the cornstarch, the potatoes will become soggy. There’s a bit of science involved in the recipe.
@@ChefJackOvens thanks! I love the science behind behind recipes
Could I switch the sea salt with regular salt???
Of course!
Great recipe, was kinda looking forward to an audio of the crunch at the end :p
Thank you. I apologise for this. Unfortunately I don't have some of the suitable equipment required for full audio production. I am in the process of upgrading and will include this kind of thing in future videos.
@@ChefJackOvens all good mate, no stress, thanks for the good work
You put them in water to remove the starch, so that later you can add starch?
Sweet potatoes natural starch will burn and become soggy. We remove that and replace it with a starch that will crisp 😁
Social Distancing the 🍟 😂
You know it! haha.