Moroccan Spiced Roasted Sweet Potatoes (Patates Douces Rôties aux Épices Marocaines)
This Moroccan Spiced Roasted Sweet Potatoes recipe is a delightful side dish that brings the flavors of North Africa to your table. The combination of warm spices and the natural sweetness of the potatoes makes for a delicious and aromatic dish.
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- Salt to taste
- Fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
- In a large bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, cumin, coriander, cinnamon, ginger, cayenne pepper, and salt until evenly coated.
- Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender and caramelized, stirring once halfway through the cooking time.
- Remove from the oven and garnish with chopped cilantro before serving.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 15 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 30 minutes
- Total time:
- 45 minutes
- Cooking method
- Oven
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 150 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 35g
- Fiber
- 5g
- Protein
- 2g
- Fat
- 0g
Supplies
Baking sheet Large bowl
Tools
Knife Cutting board Measuring spoons
Serving suggestions
Serve the Moroccan Spiced Roasted Sweet Potatoes as a side dish with grilled chicken or lamb, or as part of a vegetarian Moroccan feast.
Tips & tricks
For an extra burst of flavor, squeeze a little fresh lemon juice over the roasted sweet potatoes before serving.
Cost
$8