Chile-Garlic Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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Give ordinary roasted sweet potatoes a big flavor boost with this quick, Asian-inspired seasoning mix.

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Carolyn Malcoun
Carolyn Malcoun
Carolyn Malcoun

As EatingWell's Associate Editorial Director, Carolyn Malcoun searches for cool farmers, chefs and other food stories to tell. She has a bachelor's degree in journalism from the University of Wisconsin and a culinary arts degree from New England Culinary Institute. She started at EatingWell as an intern in the Test Kitchen in 2005 and joined the editorial team soon after.

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Cook Time:
10 mins
Additional Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Servings:
4
Yield:
4 servings, about 3/ cup each
Nutrition Profile:
Dairy-Free Healthy Immunity High-Fiber Vegan Vegetarian Gluten-Free Low-Calorie
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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds sweet potatoes, scrubbed (and peeled, if desired), cut into 1-inch wedges or pieces

  • 4 teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil or canola oil

  • 1 tablespoon chile-garlic sauce (see Note)

  • 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce

  • ⅛ teaspoon ground white pepper

Directions

  1. Position rack in lower third of oven; preheat to 450 degrees F.

  2. Combine oil, chile-garlic sauce, soy sauce and white pepper in a large bowl. Add sweet potatoes; toss to coat with the seasoning mixture.

  3. Spread the sweet potatoes evenly on a rimmed baking sheet.

  4. Roast, stirring once or twice, until the sweet potatoes are tender and browned, 20 to 25 minutes.

Tips

Note: Chile-garlic sauce (also labeled chili-garlic sauce, or paste) is a blend of ground chiles, garlic and vinegar. It can be found in the Asian section of large supermarkets and will keep for up to 1 year in the refrigerator.

Cut Down on Dishes: A rimmed baking sheet is great for everything from roasting to catching accidental drips and spills. For effortless cleanup and to keep your baking sheets in tip-top shape, line them with a layer of foil before each use.

People with celiac disease or gluten-sensitivity should use soy sauces that are labeled "gluten-free," as soy sauce may contain wheat or other gluten-containing sweeteners and flavors.

Originally appeared: EatingWell Magazine, September/October 2009

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

177 Calories
5g Fat
31g Carbs
3g Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Serving Size about 3/4 cup
Calories 177
% Daily Value *
Total Carbohydrate 31g 11%
Dietary Fiber 5g 19%
Total Sugars 9g
Protein 3g 6%
Total Fat 5g 6%
Saturated Fat 1g 3%
Vitamin A 7976IU 160%
Vitamin C 24mg 27%
Sodium 384mg 17%
Calcium 27mg 2%
Iron 1mg 7%
Magnesium 1mg 0%
Potassium 583mg 12%

Nutrition information is calculated by a registered dietitian using an ingredient database but should be considered an estimate.

* Daily Values (DVs) are the recommended amounts of nutrients to consume each day. Percent Daily Value (%DV) found on nutrition labels tells you how much a serving of a particular food or recipe contributes to each of those total recommended amounts. Per the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), the daily value is based on a standard 2,000 calorie diet. Depending on your calorie needs or if you have a health condition, you may need more or less of particular nutrients. (For example, it’s recommended that people following a heart-healthy diet eat less sodium on a daily basis compared to those following a standard diet.)

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a special diet for medical reasons, be sure to consult with your primary care provider or a registered dietitian to better understand your personal nutrition needs.

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