Best 12 Hot Spicy Sweet Potatoes Recipes

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Are you looking for a tantalizing dish that blends the fiery heat of chili peppers with the sweetness of roasted sweet potatoes? Look no further! Explore our curated collection of the best recipes for hot spicy sweet potatoes. Whether you prefer them crispy and caramelized in a skillet or tender and succulent from a slow-roasted preparation, we have something to satisfy every palate. Unleash your inner chef and embark on a culinary journey with our selection of irresistibly spicy and sweet potato recipes.

Here are our top 12 tried and tested recipes!

SPICY-SWEET ROASTED SWEET POTATOES



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Spicy-Sweet Roasted Sweet Potatoes are coated in a spice mixture that is both sweet and spicy and then roasted in a hot oven until brown and crispy.

Provided by Christin Mahrlig

Categories     Side Dish

Time 37m

Number Of Ingredients 9

3 large sweet potatoes, (peeled and cut into 1/2-inch pieces)
3 tablespoons olive oil or vegetable oil
1 tablespoon packed light brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1/2 teaspoon onion powder
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.
  • Place sweet potatoes in a large bowl and drizzle with oil.
  • Add remaining ingredients and stir to coat sweet potatoes evenly.
  • Spread sweet potatoes out on a large baking sheet.
  • Bake 15 minutes. Stir and bake another 15 to 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 327 kcal, ServingSize 1 serving

SPICY SWEET POTATOES



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My family fell in love with the combination of sweet and spicy in this potato side dish the very first time they tried it. It goes great with poultry...and looks so pretty on the dinner table. I try to serve it often. -Lynn Thomas London, Ontario

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Side Dishes

Time 50m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes (about 6 cups)
2 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a large resealable plastic bag, combine sweet potatoes and oil. Add remaining ingredients; toss to coat. , Transfer to a greased 11x7-in. baking dish. Bake, uncovered, at 400° for 40-45 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring every 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 149 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 164mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (0 sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 2g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

HOT & SPICY SWEET POTATOES



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Tantalise your buds with hot and spicy sweet potatoes

Provided by Good Food team

Categories     Dinner, Lunch, Side dish, Supper, Vegetable

Time 1h

Number Of Ingredients 4

2 large sweet potatoes (about 500g/1lb 4oz each)
4 tbsp olive oil
2 tbsp fresh thyme leaves, plus 2 sprigs of fresh thyme
1 red scotch bonnet chilli , seeded and finely chopped

Steps:

  • Peel the sweet potatoes and cut crossways into slices 2.5cm thick. Lay each potato on a large sheet of foil, keeping the slices together.
  • Drizzle each potato with the olive oil, sprinkle with the thyme leaves, about half of the chopped chilli and season with plenty of salt and pepper. With your hands, massage the flavourings into each slice. Replace the slices in their original positions. Lay a thyme sprig across the top of each potato and sprinkle with the remaining chilli. Wrap the foil securely round the potatoes to make two parcels. (You can prepare to this stage up to 24 hours ahead.)
  • Put the foil parcels on the rack over the hottest part of the barbecue and cook for 45 minutes until the potatoes are buttery and softened. (Unwrap and test with the point of a knife to check if they're ready).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 132 calories, Fat 8 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 16 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 1 grams protein, Sodium 0.08 milligram of sodium

SWEET AND SPICY SWEET POTATOES



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The spicy mixture covering these sweet potatoes is also good on chicken pieces!

Provided by Erin R Pitman

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
3 tablespoons olive oil
2 teaspoons packed brown sugar
1 ½ tablespoons paprika
½ teaspoon ground black pepper
½ teaspoon onion powder
½ teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon poultry seasoning
½ teaspoon chili powder
1 pinch cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • Place the sweet potato chunks into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil, then sprinkle the brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, poultry seasoning, chili powder, and cayenne pepper overtop. Toss until the potatoes are evenly coated with the seasoning. Spread onto a baking sheet.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then turn the potatoes over with a spatula, and continue baking until the sweet potatoes are golden and tender, 10 to 15 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.3 calories, Carbohydrate 50.3 g, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 130.3 mg, Sugar 12.2 g

SPICY SWEET POTATOES



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The sweetness of the potatoes is offset by the spiciness of the Cajun pepper. Adjust the pepper to taste. My family absolutely loves this recipe!

Provided by Corinna

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h15m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
6 tablespoons olive oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon Cajun pepper seasoning
1 pinch kosher salt

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Place sweet potatoes, olive oil, brown sugar, Cajun seasoning, and salt in a large resealable plastic bag; shake to coat potatoes evenly. Transfer mixture to a baking dish.
  • Bake in preheated oven, stirring occasionally, until sweet potatoes are tender, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 401.6 calories, Carbohydrate 52.6 g, Fat 20.4 g, Fiber 6.9 g, Protein 3.6 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 345.7 mg, Sugar 16.1 g

ROASTED SPICY SWEET POTATOES



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from Gourmet magazine via smittenkitchen.com. The original recipe called for 1 teaspoon of kosher salt, but I thought that was a bit too much--you may want to revert to the original amount. I roasted my potatoes at 350 degrees for an hour, turning them after one half hour.

Provided by iris5555

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 50m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 teaspoon coriander seed
1/2 teaspoon fennel seed
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/4-1/2 teaspoon hot red pepper flakes (I used the lesser amount and they were still spicy enough for me)
3/4 teaspoon kosher salt
2 lbs medium sweet potatoes
3 tablespoons vegetable oil

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 425°F
  • Coarsely grind coriander, fennel, oregano, and red pepper flakes in an electric coffee/spice grinder or with a mortar and pestle.
  • Stir together spices and salt.
  • Cut potatoes lengthwise into 1-inch wedges.
  • Toss wedges with oil and spices in a large roasting pan and roast in middle of oven 20 minutes.
  • Turn wedges over with a spatula and roast until tender and slightly golden, 15 to 20 minutes more.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 288.1, Fat 10.4, SaturatedFat 1.4, Sodium 452.3, Carbohydrate 46.2, Fiber 7.2, Sugar 9.5, Protein 3.7

SPICY ROASTED SWEET POTATOES



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A somewhat unusual treatment for sweet potatoes, this savory and spicy sweet potato dish goes well with just about any roasted or grilled meat. Don't be bound by the herbs listed in the ingredients, feel free to substitute if you're using other herbs in your main dish.

Provided by Tracy K

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 55m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

5 -6 large sweet potatoes, peeled and diced into 1 inch chunks
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 -2 tablespoon chopped fresh rosemary or 1 -2 tablespoon thyme
1 medium onion, roughly diced
1/4-1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/8 teaspoon cayenne
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400.
  • Place diced potatoes and onions in large bowl, toss with olive oil to coat.
  • Add all other ingredients, toss to coat.
  • Pour into buttered casserole dish.
  • Roast in oven for 40-45 minutes or until potatoes are tender and edges are browned and caramelized.
  • Adjust spiciness/seasonings to taste.
  • Stir gently halfway through cooking time or as needed.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 212.5, Fat 6.9, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 381.3, Carbohydrate 35.8, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 8, Protein 2.9

SPICY SWEET POTATOES



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Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Holidays & Events     Thanksgiving Recipes     Thanksgiving Side Dish Recipes     Sweet Potato Recipes

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 medium sweet potatoes (about 2 1/2 pounds), scrubbed well
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon hot paprika
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper
Coarse salt and freshly ground white pepper
Lime wedges, for serving

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees. Slice sweet potatoes in half lengthwise; slice each half into 3 wedges. Place in a medium bowl, and toss with oil, cumin, paprika, ginger, and cayenne pepper. Season with salt and white pepper.
  • Arrange sweet potatoes in a single layer on a baking sheet. Transfer to oven; roast until potatoes are crisp and golden on the bottom, about 15 minutes. Turn, and continue roasting until golden all over, about 15 minutes more.
  • Remove from oven; season with salt and pepper. Serve with lime wedges.

SPICY SWEET POTATOES



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

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 55m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1 inch cubes (about 6 cups)
2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons canola oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon chili powder
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • In a zip-top plastic bag, toss potatoes and oil.
  • Combine remaining ingredients; add to bag; toss to coat.
  • Transfer to a greased 11x7 inch baking dish.
  • Bake, uncovered, at 400 degrees for 40-45 minutes or until potatoes are tender, stirring every 15 minutes.

RED HOT SOUTHERN SWEET POTATOES



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Red hot cinnamon candies have been 1 of my favorite ingredients since my childhood & this is the 1st of 2 recipes I'm entering that feature them. I found this at allrecipes.com & it was posted by SMTHJG who said "My grandmother used to make this simple sweet-spicy dish every yr for the holidays. It's so delicious that you'll want to make it all yr." I agree w/her & hope you will as well. Just imagine this dish along side a lovely glazed ham! Yum!

Provided by twissis

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 1h30m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 1/2 lbs sweet potatoes (peeled & cubed)
1/4 cup butter or 1/4 cup margarine, melted
1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
1 1/4 cups red cinnamon candies
3/4 cup water
1 (10 ounce) package miniature marshmallows (optional)

Steps:

  • Place sweet potatoes in a lrg saucepan w/enough water to cover.
  • Bring to a boil & cook over med heat till tender (about 25 min).
  • Drain of all water & place in a lrg casserole dish.
  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  • In a med bowl, stir together the butter, brown sugar, red hot candies & water.
  • Pour over the sweet potatoes in the dish.
  • Bake for 1 hr till sweet potatoes are soft & the candies are melted.
  • After this, you may top w/marshmallows (if desired) & return the dish to the oven for 10 min to toast them.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 273.5, Fat 5.8, SaturatedFat 3.7, Cholesterol 15.2, Sodium 155.9, Carbohydrate 53.4, Fiber 6, Sugar 21.5, Protein 3.2

GRANDMA'S RED HOT SOUTHERN SWEET POTATOES



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My grandmother used to make this simple sweet-spicy dish every year for the holidays. It's so delicious, you'll want to make it all year.

Provided by JenSmith

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes     Sweet Potatoes With Marshmallow Recipes

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 6

3 ½ pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed
¼ cup butter or margarine, melted
½ cup packed brown sugar
1 ¼ cups cinnamon red hot candies
¾ cup water
1 (10 ounce) package miniature marshmallows

Steps:

  • Place the sweet potatoes into a large saucepan with enough water to cover. Bring to a boil, and cook over medium heat until tender, about 25 minutes. Drain water, and place potatoes in a large casserole dish.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • In a medium bowl, stir together the butter, brown sugar, red hot candies, and water. Pour over the sweet potatoes in the dish.
  • Bake for 1 hour in the preheated oven, until sweet potatoes are soft, and the candies are melted. After this, you may top with marshmallows, and return the dish to the oven for 10 minutes to toast them.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 513 calories, Carbohydrate 110.7 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 6 g, Fiber 5 g, Protein 2.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.7 g, Sodium 155.5 mg, Sugar 66.1 g

SPICY BAKED SWEET POTATO FRIES



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These are so tasty your family won't believe they are eating healthy! Nothing this good for you should taste so good...or be this easy to cook. These are delicious plain, but may be dipped in honey mustard sauce, ketchup, or even guacamole.

Provided by DRUMNWRITE

Categories     Side Dish     Vegetables     Sweet Potatoes

Time 1h10m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 4

6 sweet potatoes, cut into French fries
2 tablespoons canola oil
3 tablespoons taco seasoning mix
¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
  • In a plastic bag, combine the sweet potatoes, canola oil, taco seasoning, and cayenne pepper. Close and shake the bag until the fries are evenly coated. Spread the fries out in a single layer on two large baking sheets.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until crispy and brown on one side. Turn the fries over using a spatula, and cook for another 30 minutes, or until they are all crispy on the outside and tender inside. Thinner fries may not take as long.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.5 calories, Carbohydrate 29.2 g, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 0.4 g, Sodium 399.5 mg, Sugar 6.2 g

Tips:

  • Choose the right sweet potatoes: Look for firm and unblemished sweet potatoes that are about the same size so they cook evenly.
  • Use a variety of spices: Don't be afraid to experiment with different spices to create your own unique flavor profile. Some popular options include chili powder, cumin, paprika, and garlic powder.
  • Don't overcrowd the pan: When roasting sweet potatoes, make sure to spread them out in a single layer so they cook evenly. Overcrowding the pan will cause them to steam instead of roast.
  • Roast the sweet potatoes until they are tender: The best way to tell if sweet potatoes are done roasting is to pierce them with a fork. They should be tender all the way through.
  • Serve the sweet potatoes immediately: Roasted sweet potatoes are best served hot and fresh out of the oven. You can top them with a variety of toppings, such as butter, cinnamon sugar, or sour cream.

Conclusion:

Roasted sweet potatoes are a delicious and versatile side dish that can be enjoyed in many different ways. They are a great source of vitamins and minerals, and they can be easily customized to your own taste preferences. Whether you like them spicy, sweet, or somewhere in between, there is a roasted sweet potato recipe out there for you.

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