Crispy Yam Fries Recipes

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CRISPY YAM FRIES

Not to be confused with American sweet potatoes, West African yams are large, starchy root vegetables found at most West African, Caribbean or Latin American markets. Check the yams for freshness by pressing down on their skin before purchasing; the root should be firm with no soft spots. The brown skin peels off easily with a sharp knife or vegetable peeler to reveal a stark white flesh. These yams are larger, much starchier, denser and less fibrous than American yams or sweet potatoes. Crispy yam fries are a well-known Nigerian snack and side dish. They can be shallow-fried in oil or baked in the oven for a slightly healthier variation (see Tip). Serve fries warm with some obe ata or your favorite condiment on the side.

Provided by Yewande Komolafe

Categories     dinner, snack, vegetables, side dish

Time 40m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 4



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Steps:

  • Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high and season generously with salt.
  • Fill a large bowl with water. Working quickly to avoid oxidation, slice off the ends of the yam and peel the brown skin. Cut the yam into 3/4-inch-thick rounds and transfer to the bowl. Once sliced and peeled, cut each piece into 1/2-inch-wide matchsticks, slicing a few rounds at a time and transferring matchsticks back to the water. (You should get about 5 to 8 sticks per piece.)
  • Working in batches, drop the matchsticks into the simmering water and blanch for 2 to 3 minutes. Remove from the hot water and transfer to a rack set over a baking sheet to drain. Repeat the blanching and draining process for the remaining matchsticks.
  • Fill a large skillet with 1 inch of canola oil. (You'll need about 4 cups for a 10-inch skillet.) Heat the oil over medium-high until it registers 350 degrees on an instant-read thermometer. Working in two or three batches to avoid crowding, and replenishing the oil as needed, fry the yam matchsticks, turning occasionally, until golden brown and crispy, about 10 to 12 minutes. Remove from oil and drain on a baking sheet set with paper towels or a rack. Season the fries with salt.
  • Serve fries warm, with some obe ata or your preferred condiment for dipping.

Kosher salt
1 medium West African yam (about 2 pounds)
4 to 6 cups canola or other neutral oil, for frying
Obe ata or your preferred condiment, for dipping (optional)

AIR-FRYER SWEET POTATO CHIPS

This air-fryer sweet potato chips recipe is so quick and easy. Be sure to give the sweet potato slices a quick soak in cold water to help remove some of the excess starch. -Elizabeth Godecke, Chicago, Illinois

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Appetizers     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 12 servings (1-1/2 cups dip).

Number Of Ingredients 17



Air-Fryer Sweet Potato Chips image

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a large bowl; cover with cold water. Let stand 20 minutes. Drain; pat dry. , Preheat air fryer to 360°. In a small bowl, mix oil and seasonings; drizzle over potatoes and toss to coat., In batches, arrange sweet potatoes in a single layer on greased tray in air-fryer basket. Cook until golden brown, 15-20 minutes. , In a small bowl, beat dip ingredients until blended. Serve with chips.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 285 calories, Fat 16g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 8mg cholesterol, Sodium 217mg sodium, Carbohydrate 33g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

2 to 3 large sweet potatoes (1-3/4 pounds), peeled and cut into 1/8-inch slices
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
1/2 teaspoon taco seasoning
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
DIP:
3/4 cup mayonnaise
1/2 cup sour cream
2 ounces cream cheese, softened
4-1/2 teaspoons minced fresh cilantro
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/2 teaspoon celery salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper

YAM FRIES

These quick & easy yam fries are a great alternative to french fries {a big weakness of mine!} & are so easy to make! I served them with turkey burgers...Yum!

Provided by Ashlin

Categories     Vegetable

Time 3m

Yield 1-2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 3



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Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375.
  • Just wash your yams well & cut them into pieces of your desired size, I like them a bit thicker.
  • Toss them in 1 tlbs. oil {you can use others but grapeseed oil is best since it doesn't become toxic once it reaches certain temps like oilve oil may}.
  • Lay them out on a cookie sheet, meaty part facing down & season with kosher salt or I used Mrs. Dash since it's salt-less. Bake for 20 mins or until the thickest pieces are tender!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 347.1, Fat 0.4, SaturatedFat 0.1, Sodium 23.9, Carbohydrate 82.2, Fiber 11.7, Sugar 1.5, Protein 4.5

1 -2 large yam
grapeseed oil
salt & seasoning

BAKED YAM FRIES WITH DIP

This is my answer to the oh-so-yummy but very fattening deep-fried yam fries.

Provided by Marleymg

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 35m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 7



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Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spread the olive oil over a baking sheet.
  • Arrange the yams on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer; season with the seasoned salt.
  • Bake the yams in the preheated oven until soft, about 25 minutes.
  • While the yams bake, stir the sour cream, mayonnaise, taco seasoning, and paprika together in a small bowl. Serve as a dip for the yams.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 528.7 calories, Carbohydrate 113.8 g, Cholesterol 7.1 mg, Fat 4.8 g, Fiber 15.7 g, Protein 8.5 g, SaturatedFat 0.7 g, Sodium 1335.3 mg, Sugar 5.8 g

1 teaspoon olive oil
2 yams, peeled and cut into wedges
½ teaspoon seasoned salt
5 tablespoons fat-free sour cream
1 teaspoon mayonnaise
½ teaspoon taco seasoning
⅛ teaspoon paprika

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