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Ingredients
- 2 lbs. +/- sweet potatoes (about 2 large)
- salt
- water
- oil to deep fry (canola, peanut, etc.)
- 2 Tbsp. corn starch
- Kosher salt
- cinnamon and sugar mixture (optional)
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 1222g | |
| Calories 174 | |
| Calories from Fat 10 | 6% |
| Total Fat 1.14g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat 0.68g | 3% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 192mg | 8% |
| Potassium 202mg | 6% |
| Total Carbs 38.35g | 10% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.2g | 4% |
| Sugars 18.58g | 12% |
| Protein 1.94g | 3% |
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