Description
Mexican-inspired cinnamon chili roasted sweet potatoes blend spicy and sweet flavors in a simple side dish. Rich warm notes of cinnamon and chili powder elevate these potatoes, creating a memorable accompaniment to any main course you’ll savor.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 3 cups (710 ml) sweet potatoes (peeled and cubed)
- 3 cups (710 ml) white potatoes (peeled and cubed)
Oils and Fats:
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) olive oil (plus extra for greasing the pan)
- 1 tablespoon (15 ml) melted butter
Spices and Seasonings:
- 2 teaspoons (10 ml) chili powder
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) sea or kosher salt
- 1 pinch of black pepper (about ½ teaspoon or 2.5 ml)
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) ground paprika (smoked or sweet)
- ½ teaspoon (2.5 ml) ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon (5 ml) ground cinnamon
- 1 few pinches of cayenne pepper (adjust to your spice preference)
- Sour cream, for serving
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit (204 degrees Celsius) and lightly grease a large baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
- Wash and cut sweet potatoes into uniform, bite-sized cubes ensuring even cooking and consistent texture.
- Transfer potato cubes into a spacious mixing bowl, then generously drizzle with extra virgin olive oil and melted unsalted butter to enhance flavor and promote caramelization.
- Create a robust spice blend by whisking together ground cinnamon, chili powder, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper in a separate small mixing bowl.
- Sprinkle the prepared spice mixture over the oiled potato cubes, gently tossing with a silicone spatula to ensure each piece is evenly and thoroughly coated.
- Spread the seasoned potato cubes in a single layer across the prepared baking sheet, maintaining space between each piece to encourage crispy edges and prevent steaming.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-35 minutes, rotating the baking sheet halfway through cooking to promote uniform browning and tenderness.
- Check potato doneness by piercing with a fork; they should be golden brown, crispy on the exterior, and tender on the inside.
- Remove from oven and let rest for 3-5 minutes before serving alongside a dollop of cool sour cream or your preferred garnish.
Notes
- Elevate your sweet potato game with this spicy-sweet roasted twist that transforms ordinary tubers into a mouthwatering side dish.
- Cinnamon’s warm, comforting essence beautifully blends with the sharp chili kick, creating a flavor explosion that dances on your taste buds.
- Olive oil and melted butter ensure each potato chunk gets a crispy, golden exterior while maintaining a creamy, tender interior.
- Mixing spices beforehand guarantees every bite delivers a consistent, delectable punch of seasoning that will have everyone asking for seconds.
- Baking at high heat caramelizes the natural sugars in sweet potatoes, developing a stunning color and intensifying their inherent sweetness.
- Serve immediately for maximum crunch and enjoy this versatile dish alongside grilled meats, as a standalone snack, or crumbled over salads.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 256 kcal
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 505mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 5mg