About the Recipe
Indulge, in the crispiness of sweet potato fries covered in corn flour and flavored with aromatic rosemary tangy garlic and a touch of pepper. A tasty treat thats full of flavor and satisfying crunch – right, for fueling your workout routine.
Crisp, flavorful sweet potato fries with rosemary, garlic, and a peppery kick.
How it Can Help Your Fitness
Sweet potato fries, when made in a health manner like baking them in the oven can be an addition, to anyones diet who is working towards their fitness goals. By using ingredients such as potatoes, corn flour, chopped rosemary diced garlic and ground pepper this dish not only tastes delicious but also fits well with the nutritional requirements especially for those who are active.
Sweet potatoes play a role in this recipe because of their complex carbohydrate content. Unlike carbs that cause spikes in blood sugar levels complex carbs offer a more sustained release of energy. This makes them perfect for providing fuel during workouts. Helps maintain energy levels without the crash that can come from eating refined carbs. Additionally sweet potatoes are rich, in fiber which aids digestion promotes a feeling of fullness and supports weight management and appetite control.
The cooking method. Oven baking. Significantly boosts the health benefits of these fries. Choosing to bake of deep frying reduces the content considerably. This not lowers the number of calories. Also avoids the unhealthy fats often present in fast food choices that are typically fried in oils containing saturated and trans fats.
These kinds of fats may result in cholesterol levels and an increased risk of heart disease highlighting the health benefits of choosing baked fries instead.
Nutrition Facts
Including ingredients such, as corn flour, garlic and pepper not enhances taste without relying on excessive salt but also provides additional nutrients. For instance rosemary offers inflammatory effects and aids digestion while garlic is known for its immune boosting properties. When combined these elements create a dish that's not just flavorful but promotes physical well being.
By incorporating baked potato fries into their diet fitness enthusiasts can savor a delicious and nutritious snack that fulfills their energy requirements while supporting their overall health objectives. This makes them a wise and advantageous substitute, for fast food fries aligning perfectly with both fitness and dietary goals.
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Ingredients
2 Large Sweet Potatoes
1 Tbsp Corn Flour
1 Tbsp Finely Chopped Rosemary
2 Cloves Finely Diced Garlic
1⁄2 Tsp Fresh Ground Black Pepper
Steps
Preheat the oven to 410F
Line a baking sheet with waxed paper
Wash sweet potatoes and cut into lengths mimicking a thick cut french fry (about 1/2 inch thick)
Mix together the corn flour, rosemary, garlic and pepper in a paper bag. Then add the sweet potatoes and toss in the mixture until well coated.
Lay them on a baking tray so they are not touching each other and bake for 20-30 minutes, turning over halfway through.
About the Author
Elina is the founder of Fitnello Fitness, as well as the Head ISSA Certified Trainer. She graduated from UC Davis with a Bachelor's in Psychology.
Originally from Latvia, Elina moved to America with her family in 1998 at the age of 10. She is fluent in three languages - English, Ukrainian, and Russian. Her excitement and passion for fitness and nutrition has been evident from a young age. At just 14 years old, Elina already had dreams of becoming a dietitian to help those like her who struggled with self-image. Now, she has created MANY recipes for meals that will help you achieve your fitness goals in a healthy and delicious way.
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Women's fitness specialist guidance on nutrition and women's fitness.