🍠 Ghee Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Indian Spices

A warm, earthy, and slightly sweet dish with crispy edges and bold flavor—perfect as a side, snack, or healthy meal prep!

🛒 Ingredients:

• 2 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cubed

• 2 tbsp pure ghee (shop now at India Bazaar)

• 1/2 tsp cumin seeds

• 1/4 tsp turmeric powder

• 1/2 tsp red chili powder (adjust to taste)

• 1/2 tsp chaat masala (optional, for tanginess)

• Salt to taste

• Fresh coriander, chopped (for garnish)

• Lemon wedges for serving

👩🍳 Instructions:

1. Prep the Potatoes

• Preheat your oven to 200°C (392°F) or heat a heavy-bottomed skillet on the stovetop.

• Toss the sweet potato cubes in 1.5 tbsp melted ghee, turmeric, chili powder, and salt.

2. Roast or Pan-Fry

• Oven method: Spread on a baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, flipping once halfway through.

• Stovetop method: Heat a pan, add remaining ghee and cumin seeds. Once they sizzle, add the coated sweet potatoes. Cook on medium heat until golden and crisp (about 20 mins), stirring occasionally.

3. Finish & Serve

• Sprinkle chaat masala and chopped coriander.

• Serve warm with a squeeze of lemon juice on top.

🍽️ Why You’ll Love It:

This recipe is packed with fiber, healthy fats, and flavor. Ghee enhances the natural sweetness of the potatoes and adds a crispy, golden edge.

💛 Tip from India Bazaar:

For the best aroma and taste, try this with Amul ghee or Farm Fresh Ghee, both available at IndiaBazaar.co.za.