Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges
Total Time
30 mins
Prep Time
5 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Rating
4.46 out of 5 stars
(48)
Ingredients
6
- 3 medium sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- 3/4 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
- 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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Preparation
Step 1
Preheat oven to 450 degrees F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or aluminum foil.
Step 2
Wash and dry the sweet potatoes. I leave the skins on, but you can peel the potatoes.
Step 3
With a sharp knife, slice each potato in half lengthwise and then cut into quarters. Slice each quarter into wedges, about ½ inch thick at the ends. Try to make sure the wedges are the same size, so they cook evenly.
Step 4
Place the wedges in a medium bowl and drizzle with olive oil. Toss to evenly coat.
Step 5
In a small bowl, combine the garlic powder, paprika, salt, onion powder, and pepper. Pour the seasoning mixture over the sweet potatoes and toss until evenly coated.
Step 6
Place the wedges on the prepared baking sheet, in a single layer, making sure the potatoes aren’t touching. If your pan is too crowded, you can divide them up onto 2 baking sheets.
Step 7
Bake for 20 minutes, then remove from the oven and turn the wedges over with a spatula. Return to the oven and bake for another 5 to 10 minutes, or until wedges are lightly browned and tender.
Step 8
Turn the oven to broil and broil the sweet potatoes for 2 to 3 minutes, until crispy. Don’t walk away because they will cook quickly under the broiler, you don’t want to burn them.
Step 9
Remove from the oven and sprinkle with additional salt, to taste. Serve warm.
Step 10
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Chef's notes
You can make sweet potato wedges with olive oil, salt, and pepper if you want to be super basic. They are still really good. I personally love the garlic, smoked paprika, and onion combination.
Try different herbs and spices like rosemary, Italian seasoning, cayenne pepper, chili powder, cumin, cilantro, parsley, or even cinnamon for a sweet twist.
Serve with dipping sauces like honey mustard, BBQ sauce, ketchup, tzatziki, pesto, or avocado ranch.
