Preheat your oven to 425 degrees F. This helps in achieving a nice, crispy texture for the fries. Make sure your oven is adequately heated before you start baking.
Arrange the sweet potato fries on two large baking sheets. It’s essential to give them enough space; overcrowding will lead to steaming instead of crisping. You want them to have room to roast beautifully.
Drizzle the fries evenly with olive oil. Toss them until they’re well coated, ensuring that every fry gets a bit of that oily goodness. This step is crucial for that perfect crunch.
Spread the fries out so they’re not touching. This ensures even cooking and that all sides get that crispy texture we love.
Season the fries with salt and pepper to taste. Don't skimp on this; it enhances the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes.
Bake until they’re tender and crisp, turning once about 35 minutes total. Keep an eye on them during the last few minutes to ensure they don’t over-brown.
While the fries are baking, make the cashew sauce. Drain the soaked cashews and place them in a blender or food processor.
Combine the cashews, garlic, cilantro, lime juice, salt, and Sriracha sauce in the blender. Blend until smooth.
With the machine running, slowly add the milk until it reaches your desired creamy consistency. You may need to add a bit more depending on how thick you like your sauce.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with more salt if necessary. This step ensures the flavors are balanced and just right.
Once the fries are out of the oven, serve them warm with the spicy cashew sauce. Enjoy this delightful combo!
