Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges With Saffron Aioli

Name: Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges With Saffron Aioli
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 garlic cloves, chopped; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; 1 large egg yolk; 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon warm water; 1 tablespoon lemon juice; 1 dash saffron; 1 ⅓ cups extra virgin olive oil; 4 medium sweet potatoes, scrubbed; 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil; 1 dash kosher salt

Servings: persons

1
Aioli:.
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Lightly sprinkle garlic with a pince of salt and smash it into a paste with the side of a knife.
3
Set aside.
4
Pour about 2 inches of water into a small saucepan and bring it to a simmer over medium heat.
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In a medium, heatproof bowl whisk together the remaining salt, egg yolk, vinegar, water, lemon juice and saffron until light and frothy.
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Place the bowl over the simmering water and whisk constantly for about 20 seconds.
7
Remove from the heat and whisk in the garlic paste.
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While whisking, gradually drizzle in the olive oil until a smooth and thick sauce is formed.
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Store in the refrigerator until ready to use.
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Sweet Potatoes:.
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Preheat oven to 425 degrees F.
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Put a baking sheet on the center rack of the oven and preheat for 10 minutes.
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Quarter the sweet potatoes and leave the skins on.
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In a large bowl, toss the wedges with olive oil.
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Remove the warm baking sheet from the oven and place the wedges on the pan, cut-side down.
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Space them out evenly.
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Bake for about 15 minutes or until their bottoms are lightly browned.
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After 15 minutes, turn the wedges so that the other side comes in contact with the hot baking sheet.
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Bake for another 15 minutes.
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To serve, arrange the sweet potatoes on a platter and sprinkle with salt.
21
Drizzle the potatoes with the aioli.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 garlic cloves, chopped, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, 1 large egg yolk, 1 tablespoon white wine vinegar, and more.

Yes, Roasted Sweet Potato Wedges With Saffron Aioli falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!