Pescatarian Paleo Garlic-Herb Crispy Sweet Potato Wedges
Sweet potatoes roasted at high heat with garlic, smoked paprika, rosemary, and thyme are genuinely hard to resist, and this method takes them to another level entirely. The trick is preheating the baking sheet so the wedges hit a searing-hot surface the moment they go in — that's what builds those deeply caramelized, golden-edged cut faces instead of a soft, steamed disappointment. Avocado oil handles the high oven temperature beautifully, and the combination of fresh herbs with a whisper of cayenne gives every bite a savory, slightly smoky warmth. These are naturally free of grains, legumes, and dairy, so they fit cleanly into a whole-foods approach without any ingredient swaps or substitutions. A scatter of fresh flat-leaf parsley at the end brightens the whole platter and makes them look as good as they taste. Serve them straight from the oven while the edges are still crisp — they disappear fast.
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4 servings
- 2 lb sweet potatoes (about 2 large), scrubbed
- 3 tbsp avocado oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp fresh rosemary, finely chopped
- 1 tsp fresh thyme leaves
- ¾ tsp fine sea salt
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh flat-leaf parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Position a rack in the lower third of the oven and preheat to 425°F (220°C). Place a large baking sheet in the oven while it preheats — a hot pan helps the cut faces of the wedges sear rather than steam.
- 2
Cut each sweet potato in half lengthwise, then cut each half into 3–4 wedges of roughly equal thickness (about 3/4 inch at the widest point). Uniform size ensures even cooking.
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