Description
Sweet potato lovers rejoice with this crispy roasted sweet potatoes recipe that brings golden-brown edges and irresistible caramelized flavor to your plate. Simple ingredients and perfect seasoning make this side dish a crowd-pleasing companion for any meal you serve.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 large sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs or 680 grams, peeled and cut into ½-inch cubes)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (or melted butter for extra richness)
Seasonings and Spices:
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika (adds warmth and depth, optional)
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin (for an earthy kick, optional)
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch (for extra crispiness, optional but recommended)
Garnish and Optional Toppings:
- Fresh parsley or cilantro (chopped, for garnish)
- Drizzle of honey or maple syrup (optional, for a sweet-savory contrast)
- Crumbled feta or goat cheese (optional, for a creamy touch)
Instructions
- Prepare the sweet potatoes by thoroughly washing and drying them, ensuring all dirt and debris are removed.
- Cut the sweet potatoes into uniform, bite-sized cubes to guarantee even cooking and consistent crispiness across all pieces.
- Transfer the cubed sweet potatoes into a spacious mixing bowl, creating ample room for seasoning and coating.
- Drizzle olive oil over the potatoes, using your hands to massage the oil into every crevice, ensuring complete and even coverage.
- Sprinkle the dry seasonings – salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, and cumin – across the potatoes, tossing gently to distribute the spices uniformly.
- Dust the cornstarch over the seasoned potatoes, gently tumbling the mixture to create a light, even coating that will transform into a delectable crispy exterior.
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C), allowing it to reach the optimal temperature for achieving golden, crunchy edges.
- Arrange the seasoned sweet potato cubes on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spreading them in a single layer with slight spacing between each piece to promote air circulation and maximize crispness.
- Roast the sweet potatoes for approximately 25-30 minutes, using tongs to carefully flip them midway through cooking to ensure uniform browning and texture.
- Once the sweet potatoes display a rich golden-brown color and crispy edges, remove them from the oven and let them rest briefly to settle their temperature.
- Optionally, enhance the dish by sprinkling fresh parsley or cilantro for a vibrant touch of color and herbal freshness.
- For an indulgent twist, drizzle honey or maple syrup to introduce a subtle sweetness, or crumble feta or goat cheese on top for a creamy, tangy contrast.
- Serve immediately while the sweet potatoes are hot and at peak crispiness, inviting everyone to savor the delightful textures and robust flavors.
Notes
- Cornstarch works magic for creating ultra-crispy exteriors by absorbing surface moisture and promoting golden-brown edges.
- Space sweet potato cubes generously on the baking sheet to prevent steaming, which guarantees maximum crunchiness and even caramelization.
- Experiment with alternative spice blends like za’atar, curry powder, or Mediterranean herb mixes to transform the flavor profile dramatically.
- For gluten-free and low-carb variations, replace cornstarch with arrowroot powder or almond flour to maintain the crispy texture while accommodating dietary restrictions.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 165
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 400 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg