Imagine biting into a perfectly crispy sweet potato wedge, golden brown and seasoned to perfection, then dipping it into a creamy, garlicky avocado aioli that will make your taste buds dance with joy. This isn't just another side dish - this is a flavor explosion that transforms humble sweet potatoes into a restaurant-worthy delicacy that will have everyone at your table begging for seconds!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 4 servings
Ingredients
- 2 large sweet potatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 ripe avocado
- 2 cloves garlic
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- Salt to taste
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a large baking sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat.
- Wash sweet potatoes thoroughly and pat dry with paper towels. Cut each sweet potato into uniform wedges, approximately 1/2 inch thick, ensuring they are similar in size for even cooking.
- In a large mixing bowl, toss sweet potato wedges with olive oil, paprika, salt, and pepper. Make sure each wedge is evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.
- Arrange the seasoned sweet potato wedges in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they are not overcrowded or touching each other. This helps achieve maximum crispiness.
- Roast in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, flipping the wedges halfway through cooking time to ensure even browning and crispiness on all sides.
- While wedges are roasting, prepare the garlic avocado aioli. Cut the ripe avocado in half, remove the pit, and scoop the flesh into a food processor or blender.
- Add minced garlic cloves, lemon juice, and a pinch of salt to the avocado. Blend until smooth and creamy, scraping down the sides as needed.
- Once sweet potato wedges are golden brown and crispy on the outside, remove from oven and let cool for 2-3 minutes.
- Transfer wedges to a serving platter and serve immediately with the garlic avocado aioli as a dipping sauce.
Tips
- Cut wedges uniformly to ensure even cooking and maximum crispiness
- Don't overcrowd the baking sheet - give each wedge breathing room for optimal browning
- Flip wedges halfway through cooking to achieve an all-over golden crunch
- Use fresh, ripe avocados for the smoothest, creamiest aioli
- Serve immediately after roasting to maintain the perfect crispy texture
- Experiment with additional spices like smoked paprika or cayenne for extra flavor depth
- Pat sweet potatoes completely dry before seasoning to help achieve maximum crispiness
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 236kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: 3g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
