Description
Savory and umami-packed roasted sweet potatoes glazed in rich miso butter. This comforting yet elevated side dish features a perfect blend of sweet, salty, and buttery flavors, topped with sesame seeds and scallions for added texture and depth.
Ingredients
4 medium sweet potatoes, halved lengthwise
2 tablespoons white miso paste
3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon maple syrup
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt and pepper, to taste
1 tablespoon sesame seeds, for garnish
2 scallions, thinly sliced for garnish
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Place the sweet potato halves cut-side down on the baking sheet and drizzle with olive oil.
- Roast for 30–35 minutes until fork-tender and caramelized.
- While the potatoes roast, mix the miso paste, softened butter, maple syrup, rice vinegar, garlic powder, salt, and pepper in a bowl until smooth.
- Once roasted, flip the potatoes cut-side up and spread the miso butter mixture over the warm surface.
- Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced scallions before serving.
Notes
Swap butter with vegan butter or coconut oil for a vegan version.
Add chili flakes or sriracha to the miso butter for a spicy kick.
Top with crushed toasted nuts for added crunch.
Try using red or yellow miso for different flavor profiles.
Pairs well with baked tofu or a soft-boiled egg for a complete meal.
Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days; reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for best texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 270mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg