Nutmeg Free Hasselback Sweet Potatoes with Turmeric & Herb Oil
These accordion-cut sweet potatoes are a showstopper on any table — golden at the edges, tender all the way through, and drenched in a warm, fragrant herb oil that makes every single slice worth savoring. The hasselback technique is easier than it looks, and a couple of chopsticks are all you need to nail those perfectly even cuts without going all the way through. What makes this dish so special is the two-stage roasting method: the potatoes get a head start plain, then the turmeric, ginger, cinnamon, and maple syrup oil is brushed deep into every crevice so the flavors caramelize right into the flesh. The result is this gorgeous balance of earthy sweetness, gentle heat from the ginger, and a faint warmth from the cinnamon — no nutmeg needed, and honestly, nothing is missing. Fresh parsley and thyme scattered over the top keep things bright and herby, while a handful of pomegranate seeds adds a jewel-like pop of color and tartness if you want to go all out. This is the kind of side dish that looks like it came from a restaurant but comes together in your own oven with pantry staples and a little patience.
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4 servings
- 4 medium sweet potatoes (about 8 oz each), scrubbed
- 3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil, divided
- ½ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
For the herb oil
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 2 cloves garlic, finely minced
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp fresh thyme leaves
- 1 tbsp pomegranate seeds (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- 2
Place one sweet potato on a cutting board between two wooden chopsticks or the handles of two wooden spoons laid flat — these act as a depth stop. Using a sharp chef's knife, make crosswise cuts every 1/4 inch along the length of the potato, cutting down until the knife rests on the chopsticks (about two-thirds of the way through). Repeat with the remaining potatoes.
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