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Bold & Spicy Oven-Baked Sweet Potato Wedges
When the hunger pangs hit and I'm craving a flavour-packed kick, these spicy sweet potato wedges swoop in to save the day! Coated in smoked paprika, red chilli powder, and black pepper, with sprigs of fresh thyme, they're an oven-baked delight that'll never disappoint!
Ingredients
- 3 sweet potatoes, medium, washed and dried, skin on and cut into thick wedges
- 2 tbsp olive oil, extra virgin
- 1 tsp red chilli powder, hot
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 7 stems thyme, fresh, washed
- ¼ tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Start by preheating your oven to 450°F.
- In a large lined baking tray (or two if needed), generously coat the potato wedges with olive oil, red chilli powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika.
- Arrange the seasoned potato wedges in a single layer on the baking sheet/s. Make sure they're not overcrowded to ensure even cooking. Lay thyme leaves from sprigs all over.
- Bake on the top oven shelf for about 28 minutes, or until the potatoes are golden and fork-tender. Then, switch to broil and let them sizzle for an additional 2 minutes until nicely charred.
- Once done, remove the potato wedges from the oven and sprinkle with salt before serving. Enjoy them warm with your favourite dipping sauce, or serve them as a delicious side dish alongside fish or chicken to create a balanced plate!
Notes
Spice swaps for spud lovers
- Experiment with combinations like cinnamon and cumin for a warm twist, or try a sprinkle of curry powder for a Desi flavour burst. The possibilities are endless, so get creative!
- Potato lovers, this is your perfect side for fish and chicken! If you give this recipe a try, consider rating it! And hey, if you're snapping pics for the 'gram, share your creations and tag me in them!
Nutrition Information:
Calories: 211kcal (11%)Carbohydrates: 35g (12%)Protein: 3g (6%)Fat: 7g (11%)Saturated Fat: 1g (5%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 239mg (10%)Potassium: 591mg (17%)Fiber: 5g (20%)Sugar: 7g (8%)Vitamin A: 24255IU (485%)Vitamin C: 7mg (8%)Calcium: 60mg (6%)Iron: 1mg (6%)
Keep in mind that the nutritional values provided are approximations and suggestions, and might fluctuate depending on ingredient variations, portion sizes, and recipe adjustments. This nutrition facts table cannot account for your individual needs. Your body — including your hunger and satiety cues — change daily. It's perfectly fine to eat more or less on different days. Instead of letting food guilt take over, consider mindful eating.
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.
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