Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges
Oven-roasted sweet potato wedges with crisp, seasoned edges and tender centers.
Instructions
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Step 1
Preheat the oven to 220°C and place a rimmed baking sheet inside to heat.
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Step 2
Scrub and dry the sweet potatoes, then cut them lengthwise into evenly sized wedges.
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Step 3
Place the wedges in a large mixing bowl. Add the olive oil, paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper, then toss until evenly coated.
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Step 4
Arrange the seasoned wedges in a single layer on the hot baking sheet, leaving space between them. Roast at 220°C for 15 minutes.
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Step 5
Turn the wedges with a spatula and roast at 220°C until browned at the edges and tender in the centers, 10–15 minutes.
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Step 6
Let the wedges rest on the baking sheet for 3 minutes, then serve warm.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: low
Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly before cutting. Keep the cutting board stable, use dry oven mitts, and refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours.
Risk factors
- knife handling
- hot oven and baking sheet
- hot oil and steam