Baked Kumera (Sweet Potato) With Sweet Smoked Paprika

May 30, 2023May 30, 20230 0

Baked Kumera (Sweet Potato) With Sweet Smoked Paprika perfect for a healthy meal

by The Chefin Vegetarian

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

210

Sugar

Fat

Baked Kumera (Sweet Potato) with Sweet Smoked Paprika is a delicious and easy-to-prepare vegetarian dish. This healthy recipe is packed with antioxidants, vitamins and minerals that are good for your body. The dish is extremely versatile and can be served as a side dish, a main meal, or even as a snack. These crispy sweet potatoes are sure to satisfy your salty cravings and leave you feeling full and satisfied. The smoky, sweet flavour of the paprika perfectly complements the natural sweetness of the kumara, making this a tasty and nutrient-rich addition to your diet.

Instructions

1.	Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F) fan bake.
2.	Peel and dice the kumara into small cubes. In a large bowl, mix together the diced kumara, olive oil, sweet smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
3.	Stir until the kumara is evenly coated in the mixture.
4.	Line a baking tray with baking paper and spread the kumara out on the tray.
5.	Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden and crispy.

PROS

Baked Kumera with Sweet Smoked Paprika is a delicious and healthy alternative to traditional fries.

The dish is packed with antioxidants, vitamin C and potassium, making it a nutritious and satisfying meal.

CONS

Sweet potato has a higher sugar content than other root vegetables, which means it can cause blood sugar spikes if eaten in excess.
Also, baking requires you to switch on the oven which is not environmentally friendly

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The sweet potato is packed with important nutrients, such as vitamin A, vitamin C, and potassium, making it great for supporting healthy skin, immune function, and blood pressure.
Sweet smoked paprika contains capsaicin, which has antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties that may help boost the immune system and reduce inflammation throughout the body.

	600 g kumara ( sweet potato )
	2 tablespoons olive oil or 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
	3 teaspoons sweet smoked paprika
	salt
	fresh ground black pepper