A delightful twist on roasted sweet potatoes, enhanced with a honey-lime glaze and aromatic spices.
Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C).
Preheating ensures even cooking and helps achieve a crispy texture.
Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into evenly sized cubes.
Uniform pieces ensure even roasting and prevent some pieces from overcooking.
In a large mixing bowl, toss the sweet potato cubes with olive oil, cayenne pepper, and salt until well coated.
Use your hands to mix for better coating and to ensure all pieces are seasoned.
Spread the seasoned sweet potatoes evenly on a baking sheet.
Avoid overcrowding the baking sheet to allow proper roasting.
Roast the sweet potatoes in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, stirring halfway through.
Stirring halfway ensures even cooking and prevents sticking.
While the sweet potatoes are roasting, whisk together honey, lime juice, and ground cinnamon in a small bowl.
Adjust the sweetness or tanginess of the glaze to your preference by adding more honey or lime juice.
Once the sweet potatoes are tender, drizzle the glaze over them and toss to coat evenly.
Ensure the glaze coats all pieces for a uniform flavor.
Return the glazed sweet potatoes to the oven and roast for an additional 5 minutes.
This step caramelizes the glaze, enhancing the flavor.
Remove the sweet potatoes from the oven and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
