– 3 medium-sized sweet potatoes
– 2 tablespoons olive oil
– 2 tablespoons honey (or agave syrup)
– 1 teaspoon chipotle powder (adjust for spice preference)
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Fresh cilantro (for garnish, optional)
Creating Sweet and Spicy Mexican Roasted Sweet Potatoes is a breeze if you follow these simple steps:
1. Preheat Oven: Start by preheating your oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Prepare Sweet Potatoes: Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Cut them into bite-sized cubes for even roasting.
3. Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, honey (or agave syrup), chipotle powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well.
4. Coat Sweet Potatoes: Add the cubed sweet potatoes to the bowl and toss them in the mixture until all pieces are well-coated.
5. Spread on Baking Sheet: Transfer the coated sweet potatoes to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, spreading them out evenly.
6. Roast: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and roast for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until they are golden brown and tender.
7. Check Doneness: To check if they’re ready, pierce a piece with a fork; it should slide in easily.
8. Garnish: If desired, chop fresh cilantro and sprinkle it over the roasted sweet potatoes before serving.