Description
Honey Chili Smashed Sweet Potatoes are a delightful blend of sweet and spicy, featuring crispy edges and tender centers. Perfect for any occasion, this dish combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with a zesty chili glaze that tantalizes your taste buds. Finished with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and fresh herbs, these smashed sweet potatoes serve as an impressive side dish or a satisfying snack. In just about 45 minutes, you can create a flavorful, plant-based treat that complements a variety of mains or stands alone as a healthy nibble.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup or vegan honey alternative
- 1 tablespoon chili paste (or red pepper flakes)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Sesame seeds for garnish
- Fresh parsley or cilantro
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Boil the sliced sweet potatoes in salted water for 8-10 minutes until fork-tender. Drain and cool slightly.
- Place the boiled slices on the baking sheet and gently smash each one with a fork or glass.
- In a small bowl, mix olive oil, maple syrup, chili paste, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Brush generously over each smashed potato.
- Roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through until crispy and golden.
- Remove from the oven and top with sesame seeds and fresh herbs.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 smashed sweet potato slice (approximately 85g)
- Calories: 130
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg