I enjoy fries just as much as the next person. But I’m trying to make healthier versions. This one was a fresh, new experiment and turned out quite well.

What you need

• 1 sweet potato, sliced into steak-size fries
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1/2 yellow onion, sliced thinly
• 1 large clove garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp maple syrup
• 2-3  tbsp hot water
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp nutmeg
• 1/4 tsp white pepper
• 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper

How to make it

Sautee the potato in olive oil covered, over medium heat for 5 minutes, stirring well to coat. Add onions and sautee covered for another 2 – 3 minutes. Add garlic and sautee for another 1 - 2 minutes. Add maple syrup and water, stir well, cover and sautee for another 5 minutes, stirring regularly to prevent burning. Add spices, cover and sautee for another 5-10 minutes until potatoes are browned and onions are slightly caramelized.

The spiciness of the pepper, onions and garlic was a beatiful compliment to the sweetness of the cinnamon, nutmeg and maple syrup. And cayenne pepper is great for vitamin C.

Next time, I’d love to drizzle it with a peanut butter-coconut milk sauce. Delicious.

Tags: vegan