Few foods make my heart happy like a sweet potato does. The sweet but still savory pulp is perfect for everything from a pie to these delicious baked sweet potato fries. This recipe is one that can be made without the curry added, but is absolutely fantastic with that hint of spice to mellow the sweet flavor. As a side to your favorite burger, a simple snack when you are craving "junk" food, or the showpiece in a vegan meal, the simple sweet potato fry is one food you will make time and again.

Curry Baked Sweet Potato Fries

From a nutritional stand point, the sweet potato is truly one of natures most incredible foods. They are full of vitamins, high in fiber, low in calories, and absolutely delicious. So, adding them to every meal isn't going too far, in my opinion. Plus, they are one item that you and your kids will both agree is a great side to any meal.

If you haven't had sweet potato fries, you may think there is no way they can be a good substitute for your regular French fry recipe. No, they are not exactly the same, but they are definitely just as tasty. Rather than a salty taste, they are definitely sweet when made without seasoning. The thing is, there is something wonderful about this fibrous root vegetable that melds easily with both sweet and savory additions.

Do I Need to Peel My Sweet Potatoes?

This is totally up to you and a personal preference. In our house, we never peel potatoes. We simply scrub the outsides well to remove any dirt and grime, then cut and cook. If you prefer peeled, then take the time to do so before slicing into the fry lengths for this recipe.

When peeling sweet potatoes, you'll notice the skin is a bit tougher than a traditional potato. I like to use a quality vegetable peel for this. When it comes to cutting them into strips, I reach for my handy mandolin or vegetable chopper. Both are ideal for making fries in precise sizes that will cook more evenly.

What Should I Dip Sweet Potato Fries Into?

Sweet potatoes are one of those yummy sides that is ideal for dipping sauces. I admit, I'm kind of a ketchup hound, and so dipping salty sweet potato fries into it just makes sense. Others prefer a bit of ranch dip, a yogurt dip, or even barbecue sauce.

If following this recipe with curry powder, I recommend a plain yogurt or even a curried yogurt dipping sauce. It fits well and is a nice creamy addition. However, if you don't want to dip your fries, then just enjoy them as they are! Crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and perfectly cooked.

What Other Spices Go Well with Sweet Potatoes?

Other than the basic salt and pepper that you normally add to fries, I love the addition of a bit of curry powder. The sweet and salty mixes well with just a hint of heat in the powder blend that is delightful. Below are a few other ideas that make for great flavor on sweet potatoes.

Italian seasoning blend
Taco seasoning blend
Cajun spice blend
Herbs de Provance
Chili powder
Tajin
Vanilla sugar
Cinnamon sugar
Brown sugar and cinnamon

What are the myWW Points for Sweet Potato Fries?

Sweet potatoes are a great addition to any menu and I absolutely love that they fit so well into variety of myWW plans. The serving size below is using one medium sweet potato. For the most accurate points value, I recommend using a food scale and weighing your serving then calculating the points.

myWW Blue: 6
myWW Green: 6
myWW Purple: 0
Points Plus: 2

Ingredients

Sweet potatoes
Salt
Black pepper
Curry powder
Non-stick cooking spray

How to Make Curry Baked Sweet Potato Fries

Preheat the oven to 425°F and line your baking sheet with a silicone baking mat.

Slice your sweet potatoes into ¼"-½" wide strips.

In a large bowl, toss your sweet potatoes with salt, pepper, and curry powder.

Lay the sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet(s).

Spritz the top of the fries with a bit of non-stick cooking spray.

Bake for 15 minutes then turn the fries and continue baking an additional 15 minutes or until crisp and slightly browned.

Serve with your favorite dipping sauces.

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