Oven Baked Beet Fries with Spicy Aioli (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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4 medium red or golden beets
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1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
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1 teaspoon salt
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1/2 teaspoon ground pepper
→ For the Aioli
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1/2 cup reduced-fat mayonnaise
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1 tablespoon sambal oelek
# Instructions:
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Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit. Place a large baking tray in the oven while it heats.
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Peel the beets. Cut them into thick slices and further into ½-inch strips.
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In a large mixing bowl, toss the beet strips with olive oil, salt, and pepper to coat evenly.
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Remove the preheated baking tray from the oven and arrange the beet strips in a single layer without overlap. Bake for 15 minutes. Toss the beets and bake for another 10 minutes, or until crispy. Sprinkle with additional salt upon removal.
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In a small bowl, whisk together the reduced-fat mayonnaise and sambal oelek until well combined. Serve alongside the beet fries.
# Notes:
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Ensure the beet strips are cut evenly for consistent cooking.
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Do not overcrowd the baking tray; use multiple trays if necessary.
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Preheating the baking tray enhances crispiness.
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Toss the beet fries halfway through baking for even browning.
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Beet fries will not be as crispy as traditional fries. Opt for deep frying for extra crispiness, if desired.
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Freeze the fries and reheat in the oven at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 15 minutes or until cooked through.