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Sesame roasted sweet potatoes with tahini drizzle, sesame seeds, and cilantro on a ceramic plate

Sesame Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Creamy Tahini Drizzle

Sesame roasted sweet potatoes are a flavorful side dish with tender centers, browned edges, and a creamy sesame finish. This easy recipe is perfect when you want a warm, comforting vegetable dish with bold flavor and texture.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: American
Calories: 202
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Roasted sweet potatoes
  • 2 sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into wedges
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • a pinch of cayenne pepper
  • salt and pepper, as needed
Tahini drizzle and garnish
  • 2 tablespoons roasted sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons tahini
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds
  • fresh cilantro

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Coat the sweet potato wedges with vegetable oil, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and salt and pepper.
  3. Arrange the seasoned sweet potatoes on a baking sheet.
Roasting
  1. Roast the sweet potatoes for 20 minutes, gently stirring every 5-10 minutes.
  2. Raise the oven temperature to 400°F (204°C) and continue roasting for another 5-10 minutes, stirring as needed to prevent over-browning.
  3. Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
Assembly
  1. Drizzle the roasted sweet potatoes with sesame oil and tahini on a platter or directly on the baking sheet.
  2. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and add fresh cilantro leaves.
  3. Serve immediately.

Notes

Add the sesame oil and tahini after roasting to keep the finishing flavors distinct.