Sweet Potater Tots

1. 1

   Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F. Bake the sweet potatoes directly on the oven rack until tender, about 50 minutes.

2. 2

   Let cool completely.

3. 3

   Coat a baking sheet with cooking spray.

4. 4

   Peel the sweet potatoes, transfer to a large bowl and mash.

5. 5

   Stir in 1 1/2 cups crushed chips, the onion, butter and egg.

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   Add 1/2 teaspoon salt, and pepper to taste; stir until combined.

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   Spread the remaining 2 1/2 cups crushed chips in a shallow dish.

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   Scoop about 1 tablespoon of the sweet potato mixture into your hands and shape into a small 1-inch-long cylinder.

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   Repeat to make about 36 cylinders.

10. 10

    Roll in the crushed chips to coat on all sides and arrange on the prepared baking sheet; spray with cooking spray.

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    Bake, rotating the pan halfway through, until crisp and golden, about 30 minutes.

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    Season with salt.

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    Meanwhile, mix the mayonnaise and Sriracha in a small bowl.

14. 14

    Serve on the side for dipping.

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    Photograph by Johnny Miller

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.