Cajun Roasted Sweet Potatoes (Print version)

Oven-roasted sweet potato slices enhanced with bold Cajun spices for a flavorful, crispy treat.

# What You'll Need:

→ Vegetables

01 - 2 large sweet potatoes (about 28 oz), peeled and sliced into 1/2-inch rounds

→ Seasonings

02 - 2 tbsp olive oil
03 - 1 1/2 tsp Cajun seasoning
04 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
05 - 1/2 tsp garlic powder
06 - 1/4 tsp onion powder
07 - 1/4 tsp dried thyme
08 - 1/2 tsp salt
09 - 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
10 - Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional)

→ Garnish (optional)

11 - 2 tbsp chopped fresh parsley
12 - Lemon wedges

# Directions:

01 - Set oven to 425°F. Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - Toss sliced sweet potatoes with olive oil in a large bowl until evenly coated.
03 - Combine Cajun seasoning, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, dried thyme, salt, black pepper, and optional cayenne in a small bowl.
04 - Sprinkle the seasoning mixture over sweet potatoes and toss thoroughly to ensure even coverage.
05 - Place sweet potato slices in a single layer on the prepared sheet. Roast for 15 minutes.
06 - Turn slices over, then roast an additional 12 to 15 minutes until edges are golden and slightly crisp.
07 - Transfer to a serving platter. Garnish with parsley and offer lemon wedges if desired.

# Expert Tips:

01 -
  • The sweet smoky heat hits different when it hugs the natural sweetness of the potatoes
  • They are ridiculously easy yet taste like something from a proper restaurant
02 -
  • Crowding the baking sheet is the quickest way to end up with soggy steamed potatoes instead of roasted ones
  • Letting them cool just slightly on the pan helps the edges crisp up even more
03 -
  • Two minutes under the broiler at the end creates restaurant level crispy edges
  • Homemade Cajun seasoning lets you control exactly how much heat goes into the mix
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