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Jamaican Sweet Potato

Jamaican Sweet Potato: A Flavor-Packed, Easy Delight

This Jamaican Sweet Potato recipe delivers a vibrant blend of sweetness and spices in every bite, making it a perfect vegan-friendly dish.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 180

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 4 medium Sweet Potatoes Substitute with yellow yam for a different flavor.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with canola or avocado oil.
For the Spice Mix
  • 1 tbsp Paprika Consider using smoked paprika for added flavor.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Pressed, fresh yields the best results.
  • 2 tsp Chili Powder Adjust based on spice preference.
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Jerk Seasoning Adjust based on desired heat level.
  • to taste Salt
  • to taste Pepper

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking sheet
  • Mixing bowl
  • whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Jamaican Sweet Potato
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Slice the sweet potatoes into 1/2-inch rounds, discarding brown skin.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine olive oil, brown sugar, jerk seasoning, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  4. Gently toss sweet potato rounds in the spice mixture until evenly coated.
  5. Arrange sweet potato rounds in a single layer on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes or until fork-tender and caramelized.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 200mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 1800IUVitamin C: 25mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days. For best results, reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 10-15 minutes.

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