Spicy Sweet Potatoes
π Prep Time: 10 minutes
π Cook Time: 45 minutes
π Total Time: 55 minutes
π₯ Recipe Category: Yam/Sweet Potato
π Keywords: Potato, Vegetable, Low Protein, Low Cholesterol, Winter, < 60 Mins, Oven
π¨βπ³ Recipe Servings: 8
Description:
Indulge in the delightful blend of spicy and sweet flavors with this irresistible Spicy Sweet Potatoes recipe from lovewithrecipes.com. Perfect for cozy winter nights or any occasion where you crave a comforting dish, these potatoes are seasoned to perfection and guaranteed to please your taste buds.
Ingredients:
- 3 sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons canola oil
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
- 1/4 tablespoon salt
- 1/4 tablespoon cayenne pepper
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 86
- Fat Content: 3.5g
- Saturated Fat Content: 0.5g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 178.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 13.4g
- Fiber Content: 1.6g
- Sugar Content: 5.4g
- Protein Content: 0.8g
Recipe Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (200 degrees Celsius).
- Prepare the sweet potatoes by washing them thoroughly and cutting them into cubes or wedges, whichever you prefer.
- In a zip-top plastic bag, toss the sweet potatoes with olive oil and canola oil until evenly coated.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, chili powder, salt, and cayenne pepper.
- Add the seasoning mixture to the bag with the sweet potatoes.
- Seal the bag and shake it gently to ensure the sweet potatoes are coated with the seasoning.
- Transfer the seasoned sweet potatoes to a greased 11×7 inch baking dish, spreading them out in an even layer.
- Bake the sweet potatoes, uncovered, in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes or until they are tender, stirring every 15 minutes to ensure even cooking.
- Once the sweet potatoes are tender and golden brown, remove them from the oven.
- Serve hot as a side dish or as a delicious standalone snack.
With their perfect balance of spicy and sweet flavors, these Spicy Sweet Potatoes are sure to become a favorite in your household. Enjoy the comforting warmth and delicious taste of this easy-to-make dish!
