Description
Learn how to make crispy smashed sweet potatoes that are irresistibly crunchy on the outside and perfectly tender on the inside. This easy-to-follow recipe results in a delicious side dish or appetizer that will impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes:
- 2 lbs small or medium sweet potatoes (scrubbed clean)
Seasonings:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
Garnish:
- Chopped fresh parsley or thyme for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Cook the sweet potatoes: Boil the whole sweet potatoes in a pot until fork-tender. Drain and cool slightly.
- Smash the sweet potatoes: Transfer the sweet potatoes to the baking sheet and gently smash them to 1/2-inch thickness.
- Season and bake: Drizzle with olive oil, add seasonings, and bake for 25–30 minutes until crispy.
- Garnish and serve: Garnish with herbs and serve warm as a side dish or appetizer.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, let the smashed sweet potatoes air-dry before baking.
- You can add grated Parmesan or chili flakes for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Boiling, Roasting
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 240mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
