OVEN-FRIED SWEET POTATOES

Oven-Fried Sweet Potatoes image

Provided by Daune (pronounced "Dawn") Browne

Time 40m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 Tbsp beaten egg
1 Tbsp water
1/3 c dry bread crumbs
2 Tbsp grated parmesan cheese
1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
1/4 tsp pepper
1 large sweet potato (14 oz) peeled
2 Tbsp olive oil
MANGO CHUTNEY MAYONNAISE (OPTIONAL)
1/4 c mayonnaise
2 Tbsp mango chutney
1/4 tsp curry powder
dash of salt

Steps:

1. In a shallow bowl, whisk egg and water. In a resealable plastic bag, combine the bread crumbs, Parmesan cheese, cayenne and pepper.
2. Cut potato into 1/4-inch strips. Add to egg mixture, a few at a time and toss to coat. Add to the crumb mixture, a few at a time; seal bag and shake to coat.
3. Arrange potato strips in a single layer on a baking sheet coated with non-stick cooking spray; drizzle with oil.
4. Bake at 450 degrees for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.