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Spicy sweetpotato wedges

Spicy sweetpotato wedges has 211 calories per serving (1 Small Cup) — that's 170.1 calories per 100g. It provides 1.8g protein, 22.8g carbs, and 12.5g fat. With a medium glycemic index (GI: 60), this recipe is suitable for heart health. The 5.8g of dietary fiber per serving adds to its nutritional value.

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Spicy sweetpotato wedges
  • Serving Size 1 Small Cup (100 g)
  • Calories211.0 kcal
  • Carbs22.8 g (91.1 kcal)
  • Protein1.8 g (7.2 kcal)
  • Fats12.5 g (112.7 kcal)

Nutrition Label

Spicy sweetpotato wedges

  • Serving Size1 Small Cup (100 g)
  • Calories211.0 kcal
  • Carbs22.8 g
  • Fiber5.8 g
  • Sugar3.0 g
  • Protein1.8 g
  • Fat12.5 g
  • Saturated fat1.8 g
  • Mono unsaturated fat8.8 g
  • Poly unsaturated fat1.5 g
  • Cholesterol0.0 mg
  • Sodium419.0 mg

Nutrition per 100g

  • Calories170.1 kcal
  • Carbs18.4 g
  • Fiber4.6 g
  • Sugar2.4 g
  • Protein1.4 g
  • Fat10.1 g
  • Cholesterol0.0 mg
  • Sodium337.9 mg

1 serving = 124g

Cooking time: 10 minutes

Serves: 2 persons

Ingredients

Olive oil
2 Table Spoon
Sweet potato brown skin
200 Grams
Salt
0.5 Tea Spoon
Black pepper powder
1 Tea Spoon
Red chilli powder
1 Tea Spoon
Oregano dried
1.5 Tea Spoon

Instructions

1
Wash the sweet potatoes
Wash the sweet potatoes under running water. Then peel the skin and slice them well vertically.
2
Mix the spices and coat the wedges
Next, take a small bowl and mix together olive oil, oregano, black pepper powder, red chilli powder and salt. Then, take the sweet potato wedges and coat them well with the mixture in the bowl.
3
Bake the wedges
Now, grease a baking tray with olive oil and carefully place the potato wedges on it, and place it inside the oven
4
Serve with a dip and enjoy
Bake the sweet potato wedges at 200 degrees Celsius for about 15 minutes. Once baked, take the baking tray out and serve these sweet potato wedges with your favorite dip.

Glycemic Index

60 Medium
Low
Medium
High

Likely to produce a moderate blood glucose rise; pair with protein/fiber for better stability.

How to flatten the spike

  • Pair this dish with a protein source (dal, paneer, eggs, fish, or curd).
  • Add a fiber-rich side salad or non-starchy vegetables.
  • Avoid combining this with another high-carb side in the same meal.

Compare & Substitute

NutrientSpicy sweetpotato wedgesChakkarakkizhangu WedgesInippu Sarkaraivalli Kizhangu WedgesRatalyachi Wedges
Calories211 kcal210.7 kcal210.7 kcal210.7 kcal
Carbs22.8 g22.4 g22.4 g22.4 g
Protein1.8 g1.4 g1.4 g1.4 g
Fat12.5 g12.9 g12.9 g12.9 g
Fiber5.8 g4.7 g4.7 g4.7 g
Sugar3 g3.2 g3.2 g3.2 g
Sodium419 mg435.6 mg435.6 mg435.6 mg
Cholesterol0 mg0 mg0 mg0 mg

Health Goals Suitability

Weight Loss

At 211 kcal per serving, this can fit into a weight loss diet with mindful portion control. Pair with a fiber-rich salad to improve satiety.

Diabetes

Moderate glycemic index (GI: 60). The starchy ingredients raise the glycemic load — reduce portion or pair with protein-rich sides. Adding a fiber-rich side dish can help moderate the blood sugar response.

Muscle Gain

Low protein content (1.8g per serving) — not sufficient alone for muscle building. Combine with high-protein sides like paneer, eggs, chicken, dal, or a protein shake to reach 25-30g protein per meal.

Heart Health

Zero cholesterol and low saturated fat (1.8g) make this heart-friendly. Contains heart-healthy fats.

PCOS

Moderate-to-high GI (60) can spike insulin — Women with PCOS should pair this with fiber-rich vegetables and a protein source to improve the insulin response. Consider replacing refined ingredients with whole grains or millets.

Thyroid

No goitrogenic ingredients — generally safe for thyroid conditions.

Portion Guidance

Weight Loss

1 Small Cup (~124g) or slightly less. Pair with a high-fiber side like cucumber raita or salad to feel full on fewer kcal.

Muscle Gain

1 Small Cup (~124g) plus a protein-rich addition (100g paneer, 2 eggs, or 1 cup dal) to hit 25-30g protein per meal.

Diabetes

1 Small Cup (~124g). Pair with whole wheat roti (not rice) to lower glycemic load. Eat protein and fiber portions first, carbs last.

General

1 Small Cup (~124g) provides a balanced portion. Adjust based on your daily kcal target — track accurately in the Hint app.

Recipe Modifications

Lower fat

Reduce oil to 1 teaspoon and use an air fryer or non-stick pan. Steaming vegetables before adding retains flavor with less fat.

Boost protein

Add 50g paneer, a boiled egg, or a side of sprouted moong dal. Stirring in 1 tbsp of peanut butter also adds 4g protein.

Lower glycemic load

Replace refined flour (maida) with whole wheat atta, or swap white rice with brown rice or millets like jowar/bajra.

Make diabetes-friendly

Replace potato with cauliflower or bottle gourd. Add a squeeze of lemon — the acidity lowers glycemic response.

Reduce sodium

Cut salt by half and boost flavor with lemon juice, fresh herbs, or amchur (dry mango powder) instead.

Meal prep friendly

Spicy sweetpotato wedges stores well for 2-3 days refrigerated. Reheat on stovetop for best texture. Prepare ingredients in advance for quick weeknight cooking.

Common Mistakes

Using too much oil or ghee

Why it matters: Excess oil can double the calorie content without adding nutritional value.

Fix: Measure oil with a tablespoon instead of pouring freely. 1 tbsp = 120 kcal.

Adding salt without measuring

Why it matters: Excess sodium increases blood pressure risk. Indian cooking already uses salt-heavy ingredients like pickles and chutneys alongside.

Fix: Use ½ teaspoon salt and taste before adding more. Account for sodium from other meal components.

Not measuring serving size

Why it matters: The nutrition values are for 1 standard serving. Eating 2-3x the serving means 2-3x the kcal (421.9-632.9 kcal).

Fix: Use the Hint app to scan and log the exact portion you eat for accurate tracking.

Pairing with another high-GI food

Why it matters: Eating rice with another starchy dish doubles the glycemic load, causing sharp blood sugar spikes.

Fix: Choose one carb source per meal. Pair with roti instead of rice, or add a protein-rich side.

Frequently Asked Questions

Scientific References

  1. Increased dietary fiber intake is associated with lower body weight

    Slavin JL (2005). Dietary fiber and body weight. Nutrition.

    DOI: 10.1016/j.nut.2003.09.004
  2. Reducing sodium intake lowers blood pressure and cardiovascular risk

    WHO (2012). Guideline: Sodium intake for adults and children. World Health Organization.

    DOI: WHO/NMH/NHD/13.2
  3. Portion control is one of the most effective strategies for managing calorie intake and body weight

    Rolls BJ (2014). What is the role of portion control in weight management? International Journal of Obesity.

    DOI: 10.1038/ijo.2014.82

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