Scrub potatoes, peel if desired, and slice into 1/2-inch strips.
Place potatoes into a bowl and cover with cold water. Let the potatoes soak for at least 15 minutes to extract some of the starch.
Preheat your oven to 425˚F.
Add the avocado oil, taco seasoning, paprika, and pepper to a large bowl and mix to combine. Set aside.
Drain potatoes, rinse, and dry well with a kitchen towel.
Add the potatoes to the large bowl and toss to mix with the seasoned oil.
Spread the potatoes out in a single layer on two baking sheets. Bake in a preheated oven for 30-40 minutes, until crispy. Turn once during baking so the fries brown evenly. Begin watching them at the 30-minute mark, because some potatoes cook faster than others.
Remove from the oven and, add salt to taste, and serve warm with homemade marinara sauce, ketchup, or your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
*Click here for the Homemade Taco Seasoning Recipe or substitute 1/2 tbsp chili powder, 1/4 tsp cumin, 1/8 tsp onion powder, 1/8 tsp garlic powder, 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes, 1/8 tsp pepper, and a dash of cayenne pepper.