
These little roasted sweet potatoes are the kind of dish that looks impressive on a platter but comes together with a short, unfussy ingredient list. The cut sides go into the oven face-down first, building deep caramelization before they ever meet the glaze — that step alone is worth paying attention to. While they roast, a quick stovetop glaze of coconut aminos, fresh ginger, scallions, apple cider vinegar, and turmeric comes together in just a few minutes, thickening into something glossy and deeply savory. The glaze gets spooned into little wells pressed into each half, then the whole tray goes back into the oven so everything sets into a sticky, fragrant finish. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of animal-derived thickeners and setting agents, so there's nothing to swap or second-guess — just clean, whole-food components doing exactly what they're supposed to do. A scatter of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime at the end brighten the whole thing up and make it feel restaurant-worthy. Serve them warm as a side, a starter, or honestly just eat them straight off the baking sheet — no judgment.
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Preheat the oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
Halve the mini sweet potatoes lengthwise. Brush the cut sides with the 1 tbsp melted coconut oil and sprinkle with 1/4 tsp salt. Arrange cut-side down on the prepared baking sheet.
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