Crispy Sweet Potato Wedges
Description
Sweet potato wedges coated in a mixture of chili powder, cayenne pepper, and smoked paprika cook up to crispy perfection in this easy recipe, perfect for weeknight dinners.
Ingredients
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1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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1 teaspoon onion powder
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1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
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1/4 teaspoon sea salt
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1/4 teaspoon cornstarch
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1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
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2 medium sweet potatoes
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2 tablespoons olive oil
Directions
1
Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
2
Mix chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, sea salt, cornstarch, and cayenne pepper together in a small bowl.
3
Cut potatoes in half lengthwise, then cut each half into 3 wedges. Place in a large bowl and drizzle with olive oil; toss to coat. Add spice mixture and stir with a rubber spatula or your hands until potatoes are completely coated. Transfer to the prepared baking sheet.
4
Bake in the preheated oven until the thickest parts of potato wedges are easily pierced with a fork, about 25 minutes.