Paleo Maple Oven-Roasted Sweet Potatoes in Coconut Oil Recipe
This Paleo Maple Oven-Roasted Sweet Potatoes recipe features tender sweet potato cubes roasted to perfection in coconut oil, maple syrup, and aromatic spices like yellow curry powder, cinnamon, and fresh ginger. It’s a flavorful and wholesome side dish that’s easy to prepare and perfect for any meal.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Paleo, American
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 pounds sweet potatoes (about 8 cups), cut into 1-inch cubes
Coating and Seasoning
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil, melted
- 2 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup (plus more for drizzling)
- 1 1/2 tablespoons yellow curry powder
- 2 teaspoons cinnamon (plus more for sprinkling)
- 1/2 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C) to ensure it’s ready for roasting the sweet potatoes.
- Toss Sweet Potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the cubed sweet potatoes with the melted coconut oil and maple syrup until they are evenly coated, ensuring the potatoes absorb the sweet and rich flavors.
- Season Potatoes: Add half of the yellow curry powder and cinnamon to the sweet potatoes and toss to coat. Then add the remaining curry powder, cinnamon, and minced fresh ginger. Toss again until all the potatoes are evenly coated with the seasoning blend.
- Prepare for Baking: Arrange the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Use two sheets if necessary to avoid overcrowding. Sprinkle with salt and pepper to taste.
- Bake Sweet Potatoes: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes. Afterward, flip the sweet potatoes to ensure even roasting, and bake for an additional 5 to 10 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Garnish and Serve: Once baked, sprinkle the sweet potatoes with additional cinnamon and drizzle with extra maple syrup if desired. Serve warm as a flavorful side dish.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, ensure sweet potato cubes are spread out without overlapping on the baking sheet.
- You can substitute coconut oil with olive oil, but coconut oil adds a unique flavor that complements the sweetness.
- Adjust the amount of maple syrup according to your preferred sweetness level.
- Use fresh ginger for the best flavor; ground ginger can be substituted in a pinch but reduce quantity to 1 teaspoon.
- This dish pairs well with roasted meats or can be enjoyed as a hearty vegetarian side.
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