Scot Louie

Roasted Sweet Potatoes

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Preparation info
  • Makes

    6

    servings
    • Difficulty

      Easy

Appears in
Tastemaker: Cooking with Spice, Style & Soul
Tastemaker

By Scot Louie

Published 2024

  • About

The Roasted Sweet Potatoes are perhaps my favorite element of the Soul Bowl. They’re the subtle sweetness that helps balance the savory flavor. Often, when preparing traditional soul food, sweet potatoes are chopped and baked in a dish with lots of brown sugar and butter. This roasted version is a healthier alternative.

Ingredients

  • 2 lb sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
  • Olive oil for brushing
  • 1 tablespoon

Method

Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Bring a large pot of water to a boil over high heat. Add the potatoes and boil for 4–6 minutes, until fork tender. Drain well.

Transfer the potatoes to the prepared baking sheet. Brush with oli