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McCain Sweet Potato Fries, Crinkle Cut
Frozen Foods
📊 NOVA 4🥛 Dairy-Free

McCain Sweet Potato Fries, Crinkle Cut

McCain
19 oz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
1g
Protein
7g
Sugars
160mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
63
Ingredients

What You Should Know

McCain Sweet Potato Fries, Crinkle Cut, arrive in the frozen aisle tucked between other frozen potato products and frozen vegetables — you’ll spot them near bags of regular fries, tater tots, and branded frozen sides. The 19‑ounce plastic bag uses bright photography of orange crinkle fries to signal a family‑friendly, ready‑to‑heat side. These fries fit casual weeknight dinners, game‑day spreads and movie‑night snacks, and they also show up on grocery lists for weekend brunches that lean comfort‑forward. McCain positions itself as a reliable, mass‑market frozen potato brand: familiar, convenient and value‑oriented, marketed to busy households who want an easy crowd‑pleaser; the “sweet potato” label taps into a more natural or slightly premium halo without organic certification. Labeling typically highlights the sweet potato ingredient and simple preparation (oven or air fryer), while avoiding claims about being organic — packaging leans practical rather than artisanal. In plain processing terms this is a factory‑made frozen product composed of real sweet potatoes plus several modified starches, fibers and stabilizers. Sensory notes: crinkle cuts give extra ridged crispness when baked or fried, with a crunchy, seasoned exterior and a soft, sweet orange interior; a hint of brown sugar and salt balances the natural sweetness. Rituals around use include baking from frozen straight onto a sheet pan, sharing from a platter during sports viewing, or pairing with burgers and dipping sauces. The packaging and prep emphasize speed and predictable texture — a quick, crowd‑pleasing comfort side for everyday American meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3 oz
Servings per Container: 6
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Sodium160mg7%
Total Carbohydrate24g9%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars7g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein1g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Sweet, Potatoes,, Vegetable, Oil, (Contains, One, or, More, of, the, Following, Oils:, Canola,, Soybean,, Cottonseed,, Sunflower,, Corn),, Corn, Starch, -, Modified,, Potato, Starch, Modified,, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of, Brown, Sugar,, Corn, Fiber,, Dextrin,, Extractive, of, Paprika, (Color),, Extractive, of, Turmeric, (Color),, Leavening, (Sodium, Acid, Pyrophosphate,, Sodium, Bicarbonate),, Pea, Fiber,, Rice, Flour,, Salt,, Sodium, Acid, Pyrophosphate, Added, to, Maintain, Color,, Sugar,, Xanthan, Gum..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Soybean - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Cottonseed - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Sunflower - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Corn - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Sodium Acid Pyrophosphate - Synthetic preservative
  • Extractive of Paprika (Color) - Artificial coloring
  • Extractive of Turmeric (Color) - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo PreservativeNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrially processed ingredients (modified starches, dextrin, xanthan gum), refined vegetable oils and additives like color extracts and anti‑discoloration agents, consistent with ultraprocessed NOVA group 4 products.

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Common Questions about McCain Sweet Potato Fries, Crinkle Cut

Well, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your goals. These fries are lower in calories compared to traditional fries, but they do contain added sugars and oils. If you're looking for a fun side dish rather than a health food, they fit the bill!

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
weekend-brunch

Vibe:

comfortingconvenientindulgentnostalgic
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