Description
Smoky Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Chipotle Mayo is a flavorful and easy-to-make side dish that combines tender roasted sweet potatoes with a creamy, spicy chipotle-infused mayonnaise. Perfectly seasoned with smoked paprika and warm spices, these potatoes have a slightly crisp exterior and a soft, sweet interior. The homemade chipotle mayo adds a zesty kick, making it an irresistible accompaniment to any meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes or wedges
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon chopped fresh parsley or cilantro for garnish
Chipotle Mayo
- 1/2 cup mayonnaise
- 1 chipotle pepper in adobo sauce, finely minced
- 1 teaspoon adobo sauce
- 1 teaspoon fresh lime juice
- 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare: Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper to prevent sticking and ensure easy cleanup.
- Season the sweet potatoes: In a large bowl, toss the peeled and cubed sweet potatoes with olive oil, smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, sea salt, and black pepper until they are evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Roast the sweet potatoes: Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded for even roasting. Roast in the oven for 25 to 30 minutes, flipping them halfway through cooking to promote even browning, until tender inside and lightly crisp at the edges.
- Make the chipotle mayo: While the sweet potatoes roast, combine mayonnaise, finely minced chipotle pepper, adobo sauce, fresh lime juice, garlic powder, and a pinch of salt in a small bowl. Stir well until smooth and creamy, adjusting seasoning if necessary.
- Serve and garnish: Once the sweet potatoes are cooked, transfer them to a serving dish. Drizzle the chipotle mayo over the top or serve it on the side for dipping. Garnish with freshly chopped parsley or cilantro before serving to add a fresh, herbal note.
Notes
- For extra crispy sweet potatoes, soak the cut pieces in cold water for 20 minutes before drying them thoroughly and seasoning.
- Adjust the amount of chipotle pepper and adobo sauce in the mayo to make it milder or spicier according to your preference.
- Use parchment paper or a silicone baking mat to avoid sticking and make cleanup easier.
