TIBS CINNAMON & SPICE SWEET POTATO FRIES

Name: TIBS CINNAMON & SPICE SWEET POTATO FRIES
Prep time: 1 h
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 1 h 6 min
Yield: 4 serving(s)
Ingredients: 3 large sweet potatoes, skinned and cut into 1/4 inch thick fries; 10 cups water, refrigerated; 2 tablespoons white corn syrup; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/3 cup white vinegar; lard (for frying); 2 teaspoons brown sugar; 1/2 teaspoon dried mustard; 1/2 teaspoon chili powder; 1/2 teaspoon paprika; 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon allspice; 1/2 teaspoon mace; 1/2 teaspoon celery salt

Submitted by Mr Tibs

"Sweet potato fries are a Southern boy's soul food. The combination of cinnamon, spices, and sweet potato make this recipe one to die for. It's that good."

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Ready In:: 1hr 6mins
Ingredients:: 16
Serves:: 4

ingredients

3 large sweet potatoes, skinned and cut into 1/4 inch thick fries
10 cups water, refrigerated
2 tablespoons white corn syrup
¹⁄₄ cup sugar
¹⁄₃ cup white vinegar
lard (for frying)
SEASONING
2 teaspoons brown sugar
¹⁄₂ teaspoon dried mustard
¹⁄₂ teaspoon chili powder
¹⁄₂ teaspoon paprika
¹⁄₂ teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 teaspoon salt
¹⁄₂ teaspoon allspice
¹⁄₂ teaspoon mace
¹⁄₂ teaspoon celery salt

directions

Add water, sugar, corn syrup, and vinegar to a large pot. I use spring water. Combine thoroughly. Skin potatoes and cut into 1/4 inch thick fries (or thicker if desired). Add potatoes to pot. Place in fridge. Allow to marinate for 1 hour.
In a bowl or ziploc bag, combine seasoning ingredients. Mix thoroughly. Pour into a salt shaker or an empty seasoning bottle. Set aside.
Heat deep fryer to 325 degrees. Add fries and fry for 2-3 minutes. Remove, pat dry, and using a sheet pan or large bowl, place them in the refrigerator.
Heat deep fryer to 375 degrees. Remove fries from freezer and place into basket. Over the sink, toss and season fries with seasoning. Fry fries for 3 minutes. Remove. Pat dry. Season to taste with seasoning.
Serve.

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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY

Mr Tibs

Wichita Falls, Texas

I'm a single Dad of 3 kids. I've been a bachelor for 15 years. I took an interest in cooking at an early age. My Mom is a fantastic cook. Before I was ever allowed to cook a meal on her stove, she taught me the importance of spices. After high school, I split time as a ranch hand and cook for a renowned area restaurant. I went to chili cook offs with the owner and over the years I also served as a judge for a few. I have always enjoyed grilling and smoking more than anything else I cook. I have created many of my own recipes. And adapted others to my personal tastes. I have cooked for a lot of people over the years. And although I never entered a contest myself, many people who have not only entered but won big contests have tried my food. And I have often been asked why I don't enter. The answer is simple. My reward is the look of satisfaction on people's faces when they enjoy what they are eating. I don't need a trophy to enjoy the art of cooking. I just want to serve a good meal to good people who appreciate it.

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