Spice Up Your Meal with Darjeeling Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Spice Up Your Meal with Darjeeling Roasted Sweet Potatoes

Have you ever tried Darjeeling roasted sweet potatoes? If not, you're in for a treat! These flavorful and nutritious root vegetables are a delightful addition to any meal. Let's dive into the world of Darjeeling roasted sweet potatoes and discover what makes them so special.

Darjeeling Roasted Sweet Potatoes Recipe

Serves 8 to 12

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds/1.4 kilograms sweet potatoes, peeled, cut into ½-inch/12-millimeter pieces
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • ½ teaspoon grated lime zest
  • ½ teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 1 ½ teaspoons loose-leaf Darjeeling tea leaves

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 400°F/200°C/gas 6. Line a baking sheet with foil and spray with olive oil cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, toss the sweet potatoes with the oil and stir to coat. Add the lime zest and salt. Crumble the tea with your fingers, crushing it as you sprinkle it over the potatoes. Stir well to distribute the tea and spices.
  3. Spread the potatoes in prepared pan in an even layer. Bake for 10 minutes, then stir. Bake for an additional 10 to 20 minutes, until the sweet potatoes are just slightly firm in the center. Serve warm or at room temperature. 

Final Thoughts

Whether you're looking to impress your dinner guests or simply want to upgrade your weeknight meals, Darjeeling roasted sweet potatoes are a must-try dish. Give them a try and experience the unique flavors of this delightful combination!


“Darjeeling Roasted Sweet Potatoes.” Culinary Tea, by Cynthia Gold & Lisë Stern, Running Press, 2010, pp. 87.
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