Sweet Potato Chili Fries

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November is Sweet Potato Awareness Month. It’s an appropriate time to recognize the sweet potato, given that many serve it in Thanksgiving meals.

Although sweet potatoes are often smothered in butter, brown sugar and marshmallows, they are much more versatile than that.

Enjoy this fall staple with this quick and simple recipe…sweet potato chili fries…as a flavorful side or as a stand alone meal. And for a delicious pop of flavor, serve the fries with this wonderful vegan lemon dill aioli.

The Goodness of Sweet Potatoes

Why include sweet potatoes in your meals?

Sweet potatoes are wonderful for the digestive system. They promote productive bacteria in the stomach, small intestine and colon, while starving out unproductive bacteria and mold. They enhance the body’s production of B12. And they help to prevent megacolon, an expansion of the large intestine due to bacteria, and alleviate narrowing of the intestinal tract due to chronic inflammation.

Sweet potatoes have an abundance of vitamins, minerals and nutrients. Their orange flesh is packed with carotenoids. Those phytochemicals are powerful, drawing radiation from the body and protecting against skin, breast, reproductive, stomach, intestinal, esophageal and rectal cancers.

Additionally, sweet potatoes rid the body of unstable, destructive, cancer causing estrogen that interferes with the body’s hormone function. These estrogens come from plastics, pharmaceuticals and environmental toxins. And for those struggling with insomnia, sweet potatoes provide a critical form of glucose that stimulates the development of neurotransmitters, which aid in sleeping soundly. (Info from Life Changing Foods by Anthony William.)

Sweet Potato Chili Fries

I love roasting potatoes and sweet potatoes in the oven. For me, they make a comforting and satisfying meal.

These roasted sweet potato fries take flavor to the next level with the addition of chili seasoning. And they are wonderful accompanied by the vegan lemon dill aioli.

Tips for Making Sweet Potato Chili Fries

If you like your roasted fries rustic, leave sweet potato peeling on.

May substitute coconut oil, or another high quality oil, for the olive oil. Add another tablespoon of oil if needed.

I love the slight spiciness that the chili seasoning adds. You may use cumin, paprika, garlic powder and/or onion powder if desired.

Parchment paper helps fries to brown evenly and makes clean up a snap.

Fresh dill may be purchased in the produce section at the grocery store. Or substitute 1 teaspoon of dried dill.

I purchase vegan mayo at Natural Grocers. However, more and more grocery stores are carrying vegan products, such as mayo.

The vegan lemon dill aioli is good with so many things! I love it.

What’s Your Favorite Way to Enjoy Sweet Potatoes?

Are sweet potatoes on your Thanksgiving Day menu?

They might show up on mine as a vegan sweet potato casserole. Beyond the holidays, however, sweet potatoes are often “what’s for dinner” in my house.

Let me know if you try these yummy fries and the vegan lemon dill aioli!

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