BBQ Pulled Pork Loaded Sweet Potato Fries Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.Cut sweet potatoes into fries and toss them with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Spread them out on the prepared baking sheet in a single layer.
• STEP 3.Bake the sweet potato fries for 20-25 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until they are crispy and golden brown.
• STEP 4.While the fries are baking, prepare the BBQ pulled pork. Season a pork shoulder with salt, pepper, and your favorite BBQ rub. Place it in a slow cooker and cook on low for 8-10 hours or on high for 4-6 hours, until the pork is tender and easily shreds with a fork.
• STEP 5.Once the pork is cooked, remove it from the slow cooker and shred it using two forks. Toss the shredded pork with your favorite BBQ sauce.
• STEP 6.To assemble the loaded sweet potato fries, place a generous amount of the BBQ pulled pork on top of the baked sweet potato fries. Sprinkle shredded cheese over the pork and return the baking sheet to the oven for a few minutes, until the cheese is melted and bubbly.
• STEP 7.Remove the loaded sweet potato fries from the oven and garnish with sliced green onions and a dollop of sour cream.
• STEP 8.Serve the BBQ Pulled Pork Loaded Sweet Potato Fries immediately as an appetizer or main course.

Cooking Tips

• For extra crispy sweet potato fries, soak the cut fries in cold water for 30 minutes before baking.
• You can use store-bought BBQ sauce or make your own homemade sauce for the pulled pork.
• Feel free to customize the toppings by adding diced tomatoes, jalapenos, or avocado slices.
• Leftover pulled pork can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Storage and Serving

• These loaded sweet potato fries are best served immediately while the fries are still crispy.
• If you have leftover loaded sweet potato fries, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
• To reheat, place the fries on a baking sheet and bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 10-15 minutes, until heated through.
• Serve the reheated loaded sweet potato fries with additional BBQ sauce, sour cream, or your favorite dipping sauce.