Basotho-style Roasted Sweet Potatoes With Honey Glaze

Experience the rich and flavorful taste of Basotho-style Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Honey Glaze. This traditional dish from Lesotho Cuisine is a perfect blend of sweet and savory flavors that will surely delight your taste buds.

Basotho-style Roasted Sweet Potatoes With Honey Glaze

Ingredients

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into chunks
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato chunks with olive oil, cinnamon, salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
  3. Spread the sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
  4. Roast in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized, turning once halfway through.
  5. While the sweet potatoes are roasting, heat the honey in a small saucepan over low heat until it becomes thin and runny.
  6. Drizzle the honey glaze over the roasted sweet potatoes just before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
15 minutes
Cooking time:
45 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Oven

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
200 per serving
Carbohydrates
45g
Fiber
6g
Protein
2g
Fat
1g

Supplies

Baking sheet Large bowl Small saucepan

Tools

Oven

Serving suggestions

Serve the Basotho-style Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Honey Glaze as a side dish to grilled meats or as a delicious accompaniment to a hearty stew.

Tips & tricks

For an extra burst of flavor, sprinkle some chopped fresh herbs, such as parsley or thyme, over the roasted sweet potatoes before drizzling with the honey glaze.

Cost

$8