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

Sesame Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Tahini and Cilantro

Sesame roasted sweet potatoes are tender, golden wedges with a creamy, nutty sesame finish and fresh flavor. This easy side dish is perfect when you want a flavorful roasted vegetable option with a balance of sweet, spicy, and savory notes.
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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
  

Roasting
  • 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
Topping
  • 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). Toss the sweet potato wedges with vegetable oil, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and salt and pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Arrange the coated sweet potatoes on a baking sheet and roast for 20 minutes, gently stirring every 5-10 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Raise the oven temperature to 400°F (204°C) and continue roasting for another 5-10 minutes, stirring the wedges as needed to keep them from over-browning.
  2. Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and allow them to cool slightly.
Assembly
  1. Transfer the sweet potatoes to a platter or finish them directly on the baking sheet. Drizzle with roasted sesame oil and tahini, then add sesame seeds and cilantro leaves.
  2. Serve immediately.

Notes

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