There are three or four varieties available and the yellow-fleshed type is the sweetest. Sweet potato is useful source of fibre and vitamin A, and you will lose least goodness if you leave the skin on.
Select: Unblemished sweet potatoes with unbroken on skins and no dark spots.

Preparation: Wash well in lukewarm water to dissolve dirt. Whether skinned or not, sweet potatoes can be steamed, boiled,  microwaved, stir-fried, baked or roasted. Like ordinary potatoes, they give substance or a casserole and may be wrapped in foil and baked in the oven or on the barbecue.

Suggested Seasoning: They really require no seasoning, but you may like to try cummin, freshly ground black pepper, parsley, chives or basil.

Low Carb Diabetic Diet