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Jamaican Sweet Potato

Jamaican Sweet Potato Bliss: Easy, Flavorful Vegan Delight

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Experience Caribbean warmth with this simple Jamaican Sweet Potato recipe, a flavorful vegan dish combining sweetness and jerk seasoning.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Caribbean
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sweet Potatoes
  • 2 lbs Sweet Potatoes Yellow yam can be used as a substitute.
  • 2 tbsp Olive Oil Can substitute with avocado or coconut oil.
  • 2 tbsp Brown Sugar Coconut sugar or maple syrup can be alternatives.
For the Spices
  • 3 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is best.
  • 1 tbsp Paprika Smoked paprika adds more flavor.
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder Cayenne pepper can be used for extra heat.
  • 2 tbsp Jerk Seasoning Adjust according to heat preference.
  • to taste Salt Essential for enhancing flavor.
  • to taste Pepper Essential for enhancing flavor.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Baking Sheet
  • Parchment Paper
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. Peel the sweet potatoes and slice them into ½-inch rounds.
  3. In a bowl, combine olive oil, brown sugar, jerk seasoning, paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
  4. Toss the sweet potato rounds in the spice mixture until fully coated.
  5. Spread the coated sweet potato rounds evenly on the baking sheet.
  6. Bake for 35 to 40 minutes, flipping halfway until fork-tender and caramelized.

Nutrition

Serving: 200gramsCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 450mgFiber: 5gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 275IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for best results.

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