Oven-Baked Spiced Sweet Potato Wedges

Ingredients

- 3 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C) to ensure it reaches the desired temperature by the time ingredients are prepared.

2. Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Cut each potato into wedges, roughly 1/2-inch thick. Try to maintain uniform sizing to ensure even cooking.

3. Coat with Cornstarch: In a large mixing bowl, add the sweet potato wedges and sprinkle the cornstarch over them. Toss the potatoes until well coated. This step is crucial for achieving a crisp exterior.

4. Season the Wedges: Add olive oil to the bowl with the coated sweet potato wedges. Sprinkle them with salt, black pepper, garlic powder, cumin, and paprika. Use your hands or a large spoon to mix thoroughly, ensuring the seasoning evenly coats each wedge.

5. Arrange on Baking Sheet: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper or lightly grease it with olive oil. Spread the seasoned wedges in a single layer on the sheet, making sure they do not overlap or touch.

6. Bake: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven. Bake the wedges for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping them halfway through the cooking time to ensure even crisping.

7. Check for Doneness: Wedges should be golden brown and have a crisp exterior when fully cooked. Test one with a fork; it should easily pierce the wedge's interior.

8. Cool and Serve: Remove the sweet potato wedges from the oven and let them cool slightly for about 5 minutes on the baking sheet before serving.

Total Time

PT45M
45 minutes

Type of Dish

Snack

Keywords

Sweet potato wedges, Baked sweet potatoes, Oven snacks, Spicy sweet potatoes, Gluten-free snack, Crispy wedges, Easy snack recipe, Healthy snack, Spicy snack, Vegetarian snack

Recipe Yield

Feeds 4 adults

Calories

450 calories (for the entire dish)

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