Sticky Chili Sweet Potatoes - Glazed with a dancing melody of savory and sweet, the delectable dish makes a super addictive appetizer and a crowd-pleaser.
1kgSweet potatoes, unpeeled, scrubbed well and cubed
2tbspPeanut oil
1tspSalt
1.5tbspSriracha sauce
1.5tbspSoy sauce
1tbspRice wine vinegar
1tbspMaple syrup
1.5tbspChilli bean sauceYou can use any chilli sauce you prefer
1tbspCold-pressed sesame oil or peanut oil
Green onions, Sesame seeds, Red chillis for garnish
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 220C.
Toss the cubed sweet potatoes with peanut oil and salt.
Spread in a single layer on a baking tray and roast in the oven for 20-25 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are cooked through and lightly browned on top.
I like to move the baking tray to the top rack and turn on the broiler for the last 5-10 minutes. Keep an eye on the veggies though, you don't want them to burn.
While the sweet potatoes are roasting, make the sauce.
Combine the sriracha sauce, rice wine vinegar, maple syrup, soy sauce, and chilli bean sauce in a small bowl. Taste and adjust for spicy/ sweet flavors.
As soon as your sweet potatoes are out of the oven, carefully pour the sauce on top and mix well. Watch your hands, the tray will be hot!
Taste and adjust for seasoning. Stir in the sesame oil or peanut oil for the finishing touch.
Transfer to a serving bowl, sprinkle with green onions, sesame seeds, and fresh chilli slices.