Best 11 Cajun Style Baked Sweet Potato Recipes

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Calling all food enthusiasts and lovers of sweet potato dishes! Embark on a culinary journey to discover the tantalizing world of Cajun-style baked sweet potatoes. This delectable dish combines the natural sweetness of sweet potatoes with the vibrant flavors of Cajun spices, creating an explosion of taste that will leave you craving for more. Get ready to explore the secrets behind this mouthwatering recipe, as we guide you through the process of selecting the perfect sweet potatoes, preparing them for baking, and infusing them with the distinctive flavors of Cajun cuisine. Be prepared to tantalize your taste buds with this extraordinary dish that will elevate your next meal to a new level of culinary excellence.

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

BAKED SWEET POTATO



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Try this if your family is tired of traditional, regular baked potatoes. Our family likes these baked sweet potatoes with any kind of steak or chicken. Eat skin and all with fork and knife!

Provided by Henry Gobel

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

3 sweet potatoes
2 teaspoons vegetable oil, or as needed
6 tablespoons brown sugar
6 teaspoons salted butter

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a glass baking dish with aluminum foil.
  • Pierce sweet potatoes multiple times on each side with a fork. Rub with oil and place in the prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 1 hour, turning once after 30 minutes. Remove from the oven and let rest for 5 minutes.
  • Slice sweet potatoes in half. Make small slits in the flesh for brown sugar and butter to sink into. Place 1 tablespoon brown sugar on each half. Place 1 teaspoon butter on each half.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 156.7 calories, Carbohydrate 26.4 g, Cholesterol 10.8 mg, Fat 5.6 g, Fiber 2 g, Protein 1.1 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 68.3 mg, Sugar 15.9 g

ROASTED CAJUN POTATOES



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These nicely seasoned potatoes pair especially well with grilled pork chops or ribs. -Tamra Duncan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 1h

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 9

2-1/2 pounds medium red potatoes
1/4 cup olive oil
2 shallots, chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/2 teaspoon pepper
2 tablespoons minced fresh parsley

Steps:

  • Cut each potato lengthwise into eight wedges. , In a large bowl, combine the oil, shallots, garlic, salt, paprika, cayenne and pepper; add potatoes and toss to coat. Place in a greased roasting pan., Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 45-50 minutes or until tender and golden brown, turning every 15 minutes. Sprinkle with parsley.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 165 calories, Fat 7g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 305mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (2g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CAJUN SWEET POTATOES



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If you like a sweet and spicy flavor profile, you'll get a kick out of Stacy Cox's sweet potatoes. The Palestine, Texas cook uses Cajun seasoning and cayenne pepper to season nutrient-rich sweet potatoes.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 35m

Yield 6 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil
3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon Cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8 to 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes and oil. Arrange potatoes in a single layer in two 15x10x1-in. baking pans coated with cooking spray. Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 20 minutes. , Combine the brown sugar, Cajun seasoning, salt and cayenne; sprinkle over potatoes. Bake 5-6 minutes longer or until tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 5g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 324mg sodium, Carbohydrate 40g carbohydrate (20g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

CAJUN BAKED SWEET POTATO



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A different way to prepare baked sweet potatoes. The recipes comes from "Cooking with the Diabetes Chef".

Provided by Barb G.

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 tablespoon paprika
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon thyme
1/4 teaspoon rosemary
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 large sweet potatoes
1/2 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
  • Combine the paprika,brown sugar, black pepper, onion powder,thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
  • Slice the sweet potatoes in half lengthwise; rub the halves with olive oil, then rub the seasoning mix over the open half of each potato.
  • Bake for 1 hour, or until the sweet potatoes are tender.

CAJUN STYLE BAKED SWEET POTATO



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Tired of the same old baked sweet potato? Great for picnics and barbecues, these sweet potatoes are seasoned with a homemade herb and spice mix.

Provided by JJOHN32

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h10m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon brown sugar
¼ teaspoon black pepper
¼ teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon dried thyme
¼ teaspoon dried rosemary
¼ teaspoon garlic powder
⅛ teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 large sweet potatoes
1 ½ teaspoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a small bowl, stir together paprika, brown sugar, black pepper, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
  • Slice the sweet potatoes in half lengthwise. Brush each half with olive oil. Rub the seasoning mix over the cut surface of each half. Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet, or in a shallow pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven until tender, or about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 229 calories, Carbohydrate 49.1 g, Fat 2.3 g, Fiber 7.9 g, Protein 4.8 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 82.6 mg, Sugar 16 g

CAJUN STYLE BAKED SWEET POTATO



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Tired of the same old baked sweet potato? Great for picnics and barbecues, these sweet potatoes are seasoned with a homemade herb and spice mix.

Provided by ElizabethKnicely

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 large sweet potatoes
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375ºF (190ºC).
  • In a small bowl, stir together paprika, brown sugar, black pepper, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
  • Slice the sweet potatoes in half lengthwise. Brush each half with olive oil. Rub the season mix over the cut surface of each half. Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet, or in a shallow pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven until tender, or about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.8, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 37, Carbohydrate 15.2, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 3.9, Protein 1.2

CAJUN SWEET POTATOES



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Make and share this Cajun Sweet Potatoes recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Rita1652

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 50m

Yield 3 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 sweet potatoes, cubed
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
2 garlic cloves, sliced
1/2 teaspoon dried herbs
1 teaspoon brown sugar
salt and black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350.
  • Place cubed sweet potatoes in a baking dish.
  • Add remaining ingredients, stir, cover and bake for 45 minutes to an hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 202.6, Fat 13.6, SaturatedFat 1.9, Sodium 48.9, Carbohydrate 19.6, Fiber 2.6, Sugar 5.1, Protein 1.5

CAJUN ROASTED SWEET POTATOES



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If you like a sweet and spicy flavor profile, you'll get a kick out of Stacy Cox's sweet potatoes, submitted to Taste of Home magazine. The Palestine, Texas cook uses Cajun seasoning and cayenne pepper to season nutrient-rich sweet potatoes.

Provided by Sharon123

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 35m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 lbs sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 -3 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon cajun seasoning
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/8-1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes and oil. Arrange potatoes in a single layer in two 15-in. x 10-in. x 1-in. baking pans coated with cooking spray.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 450° for 20 minutes.
  • Combine the brown sugar, Cajun seasoning, salt and cayenne; sprinkle over potatoes.
  • Bake 5-10 minutes longer or until tender.

CAJUN POTATO WEDGES



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A healthier option than french fries. Great with grilled cheese, hot dogs, or hamburgers. Dip into ketchup or spicy ranch dressing.

Provided by KBT24

Categories     Side Dish     Potato Side Dish Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 7

4 baking potatoes
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 teaspoon minced fresh garlic
¼ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 ½ teaspoons onion powder
½ teaspoon paprika

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Grease a baking sheet.
  • Cut each potato into 12 wedges; place in a large bowl. Toss potatoes with olive oil, garlic, salt, pepper, onion powder, and paprika. Arrange in a single layer on prepared baking sheet.
  • Bake in preheated oven for 20 minutes. Turn potatoes over and continue baking until golden and crisp, 25 to 30 minutes longer.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 258.4 calories, Carbohydrate 38.3 g, Fat 10.4 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 4.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 159 mg, Sugar 2 g

CAJUN STYLE SWEET POTATO



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Awesome spicy halved and baked sweet potato. So much spice I usually remove a little after cooking to tone it down for my taste. From Allrecipes - Eleanor Johnston 12/06 (but recipe is MIA over there at last look).

Provided by Princess Lisa

Categories     Cajun

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1/4 teaspoon black pepper
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon dried thyme
1/4 teaspoon dried rosemary
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 large sweet potatoes
1 1/2 teaspoons olive oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • In a small bowl, stir together paprika, brown sugar, black pepper, onion powder, thyme, rosemary, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper.
  • Slice the sweet potatoes in half lengthwise. Brush each half with olive oil. Rub the seasoning mix over the cut surface of each half. Place sweet potatoes on a baking sheet, or in a shallow pan.
  • Bake in preheated oven until tender, or about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 79.5, Fat 1.9, SaturatedFat 0.3, Sodium 36.8, Carbohydrate 15.1, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 4, Protein 1.2

CAJUN SWEET POTATO FRIES



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Savory baked sweet potato fries. Kick up the spice or play it down to suit your taste.

Provided by magpie005

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks

Time 28m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 tablespoons olive oil, or more to taste
1 tablespoon hot sauce, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried thyme
1 teaspoon paprika
1 teaspoon seasoned salt (such as LAWRY'S®)
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
ground black pepper to taste
2 large sweet potatoes, cut into thick French fries

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Whisk olive oil, hot sauce, cumin, thyme, paprika, seasoned salt, garlic powder, onion powder, and black pepper together in a large bowl. Add sweet potatoes and toss until evenly coated. Transfer coated fries to a stoneware sheet or baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes; flip fries and continue cooking until lightly browned, 8 to 15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 293.6 calories, Carbohydrate 47.4 g, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 7.4 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 448.5 mg, Sugar 9.8 g

Tips:

  • Choosing the right sweet potatoes is essential. Look for firm, unblemished sweet potatoes that are similar in size to ensure even cooking.
  • Scrub the sweet potatoes thoroughly under running water to remove any dirt or debris.
  • Piercing the sweet potatoes with a fork helps them cook evenly and reduces the cooking time.
  • Rubbing the sweet potatoes with olive oil or melted butter enhances their flavor and helps them crisp up in the oven.
  • Using a flavorful Cajun seasoning blend adds a delicious kick to the sweet potatoes.
  • Baking the sweet potatoes at a high temperature helps caramelize the sugars and gives them a crispy exterior.
  • Garnishing the sweet potatoes with fresh herbs like parsley or cilantro adds a pop of color and freshness.

Conclusion:

This Cajun-style baked sweet potato recipe is an easy and flavorful side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of sweet potatoes, Cajun seasoning, and herbs creates a delicious and satisfying dish that is sure to be a hit with your family and friends. These sweet potatoes are also a great source of vitamins, minerals, and fiber, making them a healthy and nutritious choice.

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