Turmeric Free Paleo Garlic-Herb Crispy Sweet Potato Wedges
Sweet potato wedges can easily become soggy, but this recipe solves that problem before the pan even hits the oven. Preheating the baking sheet is the secret weapon here — the moment those coated wedges land on the hot surface, the cut faces start to sear rather than steam, setting up that deeply golden, caramelized crust you're after. Avocado oil keeps everything paleo-friendly and handles the high heat beautifully, while smoked paprika, fresh rosemary, and thyme layer in a savory, aromatic punch that makes these feel anything but plain. The minced garlic clings to every wedge and roasts down into something almost nutty and rich by the time they come out of the oven. A pinch of cayenne is optional but genuinely worth it if you want a little heat cutting through the natural sweetness of the potato. These are the kind of wedges that disappear fast — crispy at the edges, tender all the way through, and finished with a scatter of fresh parsley for a pop of color. No turmeric, no fillers, no compromises — just clean, bold flavor from ingredients you can actually pronounce.
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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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