Cajun Sweet Potato Fries
This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy.
These Cajun sweet potato fries are covered in tasty Cajun spices that are smoky and a little spicy and baked to perfection. Then, as if they’re not good enough, they’re served with an easy-to-make blue cheese dip. This is heaven, we’re sure of it!
There is no better sidekick for your burger, sandwich, chicken, or fish than these Cajun sweet potato fries. It’s a big statement, but it’s true. They bring a whole lot of pizzazz to any meal, being that they’re spicy-smoky-sweet all in one.
Make these Cajun sweet potato fries over store-bought fries
We know, sometimes all you want to do is rip open a bag of store-bought fries and call it done – but – this Cajun sweet potato fries recipe will surpass any store-bought fry for these reasons:
- Easy-peasy: It’s so simple to make sweet potato fries and the majority of the time it takes to make them is oven time.
- Flavor is king (or queen): The Cajun spices on these fries are a whole other ball game. You will devour them, your kids will devour them, and your guests will devour them. But wait! Then, you dip them in a blue cheese sauce (or the sauce of your liking) and it’s – chef’s kiss!
Ingredients needed
Here’s what you’ll need to make Cajun sweet potato fries:
- Sweet potatoes: Cut 2 sweet potatoes into ¼-inch strips to form your fries. They should all be pretty uniform so that they cook at the same rate.
- Cajun seasoning: Follow this recipe to make your own Cajun seasoning, or use a store-bought Cajun spice blend. Note that if you go with store-bought you won’t be able to control the spice or salt levels.
- Olive oil: Douse your fries in some olive oil before popping them into the oven to help them crisp up.
What to serve with Cajun sweet potato fries
Cajun sweet potato fries go well with so many meals and dishes! Here’s some ideas of what to saddle your fries up to around the table:
Recipe FAQs
Are Cajun sweet potato fries spicy?
There is some spice to a Cajun spice blend, but it won’t blow your head off. If you make the Cajun seasoning yourself, you can control how hot it will be. If you use a store-bought Cajun blend, you won’t be able to test how spicy it is until you’re ready to use it.
I don’t like blue cheese, what other dip can I use?
If blue cheese isn’t your thing, you can always pair these Cajun sweet potato fries with a creamy avocado sauce, chipotle mayo, or this cilantro lime ranch dressing.
Can I make Cajun sweet potato fries in the air fryer?
You sure can! Follow the recipe until it’s time to cook. At that point, put your air fryer to 400 degrees Fahrenheit and add the sweet potato fries in a single layer. Work in batches if needed, because you’ll want to leave some space between them. Cook for 10-12 minutes, flipping once.
Cajun Sweet Potato Fries Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (cut into ¼-inch strips)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 ½ tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- Chopped parsley (to serve)
Blue Cheese Yogurt
- ⅓ cup Greek yogurt
- ¼ cup blue cheese (crumbled)
- 1 teaspoon dijon mustard
- 1 pinch EACH: salt and pepper
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Place the sweet potato strips in a large bowl, add the olive oil and Cajun seasoning, and mix well.2 medium sweet potatoes, 2 tablespoons olive oil, 1 ½ tablespoons Cajun seasoning
- Arrange the fries on the baking sheet so that they are in a single layer and not touching each other. Bake in the oven for 25-30 minutes, until they are soft with several crispy spots.
- While the fries are in the oven, make the blue cheese yogurt. In a small bowl mix together the yogurt, blue cheese, dijon, salt, and pepper.⅓ cup Greek yogurt, ¼ cup blue cheese, 1 teaspoon dijon mustard, 1 pinch EACH: salt and pepper
- Serve the fries with a little chopped parsley on top and the blue cheese yogurt on the side.Chopped parsley
Notes
- 1 ½ tablespoons paprika
- 1 tablespoon EACH: onion powder and garlic powder
- ½ tablespoon EACH: thyme, oregano, salt, pepper, and cayenne
Nutrition
We have thoroughly tested this recipe for accuracy. However, individual results may vary. See our full recipe disclosure here.
Made these to go with your Cajun salmon and both recipes are so good. Thanks for the great dinner!
Hi, Can these be made and eaten cool as a snack?
Technically you could, but they won’t be as good. I don’t mind them at room temp, but they’re not my favorite cold out of the fridge. 🙂
You are aware that dairy is not vegan, right? Please educate yourself.
I’m happy you pointed it out that this recipe had been miscategorized. Sometimes this one woman show makes mistakes like clicking the vegan category box instead of the vegetarian category box that is right below it. 🙂
If you are vegan and want to make the recipe simply omit the dip. The fries are great with and without it.
Ha ha … yes, a spoon is definitely in order for the blue cheese dip. 🙂
They totally are!!
Ok I need these! I love sweet potato fries and I loooove blue cheese so this recipe is definitely on the to-make list 🙂 great idea to make the dip Greek yogurt based!
You do! They are really tasty. 🙂