Midwest Maple Bourbon Sweet Potato Fries

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Midwest Maple Bourbon Sweet Potato Fries

A crispy, sweet, and savory American snack from the Midwest, made with authentic bourbon and maple syrup. This unique appetizer combines the comforting flavors of sweet potatoes with the bold notes of bourbon, all wrapped up in a crunchy exterior.

šŸ½ļø Snack šŸŒ American šŸ“Š Medium ⭐ 4.7/5 (432 reviews)
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20m
Prep
šŸ”„
30m
Cook
āŒ›
50m
Total
šŸ‘„
4
Serves
šŸ”„
450
Cal/Serving

šŸ›’ Ingredients

  • 2 large Russet Sweet Potatoes
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 tsp Kosher Salt
  • 1 tsp Granulated Sugar
  • 1 tbsp Pure Maple Syrup
  • 2 tbsp Bourbon
  • 2 cups Vegetable Oil
  • 1 tsp Smoking Paprika
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder
  • Chopped Fresh Parsley

šŸ‘Øā€šŸ³ Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat the oil in a large pot to 350°F. Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into long, thin strips.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, sugar, and smoked paprika.

  3. 3

    Toss the sweet potato strips in the bowl until they are evenly coated with the dry ingredients.

  4. 4

    Dip each strip into the beaten eggs and then coat in the flour mixture again.

  5. 5

    Carefully add the strips to the hot oil in batches and fry for 3-5 minutes, or until golden brown.

  6. 6

    Using a slotted spoon, remove the fries from the oil and drain on paper towels.

  7. 7

    In a small saucepan, combine the bourbon, maple syrup, and garlic powder. Heat over low heat, whisking constantly, until the sauce is warm and fragrant.

  8. 8

    Toss the fries in the bourbon glaze and sprinkle with parsley.

  9. 9

    Serve immediately and enjoy!

šŸ’” Pro Tips

For extra crispy fries, chill them in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before frying. To prevent the fries from becoming too soggy, do not overcrowd the bowl with the flour mixture. For a spicy kick, add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the bourbon glaze.

šŸ“Š Nutrition per Serving

450
Calories
25g
Protein
45g
Carbs
18g
Fat
6g
Fiber
8g
Sugar
620mg
Sodium
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