Perfectly Caramelized Sweet Potatoes (Print version)

Tender sweet potatoes with a crisp, caramelized exterior for a healthy side dish.

# Ingredient List:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4 inch cubes

→ Oils & Seasonings

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 tsp sea salt
04 - 1/2 tsp freshly ground black pepper
05 - 1 tsp smoked paprika (optional)
06 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder (optional)
07 - 1 tbsp chopped fresh parsley, for garnish (optional)

# How To Make It:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, toss sweet potato cubes with olive oil, sea salt, black pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder until evenly coated.
03 - Spread sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring pieces are not crowded.
04 - Roast for 25 to 30 minutes, stirring halfway through, until edges are caramelized and centers are tender.
05 - Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with fresh parsley, if desired. Serve hot.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The outside crisps up like candy while the inside stays creamy, giving you two textures in every bite.
  • You only need one bowl and one pan, so cleanup takes less time than the roasting itself.
  • It works as a side, a snack, or tossed into grain bowls and salads without any extra fuss.
02 -
  • Cutting the sweet potatoes into uniform cubes means they'll all finish cooking at the same time, so no mushy or undercooked pieces.
  • Don't stir them too often or the edges won't have time to brown and crisp properly.
03 -
  • Use a rimmed baking sheet so the sweet potatoes don't slide off when you stir them halfway through roasting.
  • If your oven has hot spots, rotate the pan halfway through so everything browns evenly.

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