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Baked Sweet Potato

Cultural Context

Baked sweet potatoes are a staple in many Rwandan households, often enjoyed as a nutritious side dish. They are celebrated for their natural sweetness and versatility, commonly served with various toppings or alongside stews. In modern cuisine, sweet potatoes have gained global popularity, inspiring numerous recipes that highlight their rich flavor and health benefits.

RwandanRWside
60 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
4 medium sweet potatoes
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
for garnish fresh herbs

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

sweet potatoes

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Butternut squash offers similar sweetness with fewer calories.

1

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

2

Wash sweet potatoes thoroughly under running water.

3

Pat sweet potatoes dry with a clean towel.

4

Pierce each sweet potato several times with a fork.

5

Rub sweet potatoes with olive oil, ensuring they are evenly coated.

6

Sprinkle salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, and onion powder over the sweet potatoes.

7

Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

8

Bake in the preheated oven for 45-60 minutes, until tender and easily pierced with a fork.

9

Remove from oven and let cool for a few minutes before serving.

10

Garnish with fresh herbs if desired.

Cooking Techniques

baking

Equipment Needed

ovenbaking sheetparchment paperforktowel

Spice Level:

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Dietary

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Also Known As

Roasted Sweet PotatoOven-Baked Sweet Potato

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