Roasted Sweet Potatoes (Print version)

Oven-roasted sweet potato cubes caramelized with smoked paprika and cumin for a savory side.

# Required ingredients:

→ Vegetables

01 - 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 3/4-inch cubes

→ Seasonings & Oils

02 - 2 tablespoons olive oil
03 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
05 - 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
06 - 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
07 - 1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

# How to make it:

01 - Set the oven to 425°F and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Combine sweet potatoes, olive oil, smoked paprika, cumin, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a large bowl and toss until evenly coated.
03 - Spread the sweet potatoes evenly in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, avoiding overcrowding.
04 - Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, turning once halfway through, until golden, caramelized, and tender.
05 - Serve immediately as a side or incorporate into salads, grain bowls, or tacos.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're impossibly easy to make but taste like you fussed over them for hours.
  • The smoked paprika and cumin combo brings out a sweetness you didn't know was hiding in the potato itself.
  • Crispy edges, creamy insides, and naturally vegan without anyone needing to know.
02 -
  • Never skip turning them halfway through; the side that sits on the pan gets golden and crispy, and they deserve that on both sides.
  • If your potatoes come out soft instead of crispy, you either overcrowded the pan or your oven runs cool; arrange them more sparsely next time or bump the temperature up by 10 degrees.
03 -
  • Cut your potatoes as evenly as possible so they finish roasting at the same time; a sharp knife and a cutting board you trust make this job easier.
  • If you're cooking for a crowd, double the batch and use two baking sheets rather than cramming everything onto one; the extra space makes all the difference in texture.
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