Description
A simple recipe for roasting sweet potatoes to achieve crispy edges and a tender interior, perfect as a versatile side dish.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit (220 degrees Celsius).
- Place the sweet potato cubes in a large bowl.
- Drizzle the olive oil over the potatoes. Toss them until they are evenly coated.
- In a small bowl, mix the salt, pepper, garlic powder, and paprika. Sprinkle this seasoning mix over the oiled potatoes and toss again until the seasoning adheres.
- Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on a large baking sheet. Do not overcrowd the pan; use two sheets if necessary for maximum crispiness.
- Roast for 20 minutes.
- Remove the pan from the oven and flip the potatoes with a spatula.
- Return the pan to the oven and roast for another 10 to 15 minutes, or until the edges are browned and crispy and the centers are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Serve immediately.
Notes
- For a sweet variation, omit the paprika and garlic powder. Toss the potatoes with 1 tablespoon of maple syrup and 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon before roasting.
- For a savory Parmesan version, toss the hot, freshly roasted potatoes with 1/4 cup of grated Parmesan cheese.
- To ensure crispiness, make sure the potatoes are dry before oiling and do not let them touch on the baking sheet.
- Prep Time: 10 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe
- Calories: 185
- Sugar: 8
- Sodium: 450
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Unsaturated Fat: 6
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 30
- Fiber: 5
- Protein: 3
- Cholesterol: 0