Ingredients
Sweet Potatoes
- 2 large sweet potatoes
Egg Wash
- 3 large eggs, beaten
Seasoned Parmesan Coating
- 1 cup grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon coarse ground pepper
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon dried parsley
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Set your oven to 450° Fahrenheit to ensure it reaches the right temperature for baking crispy wedges.
- Prepare sweet potatoes: Wash the sweet potatoes thoroughly to soften the skin, then quarter them into wedges of your preferred thickness; thicker wedges yield softer interiors while thinner wedges get crispier.
- Prepare egg wash: In a medium bowl large enough to hold the wedges, beat the 3 large eggs and set aside for dipping.
- Mix Parmesan coating: In another medium bowl of similar size, combine grated Parmesan, salt, coarse ground pepper, garlic powder, dried parsley, dried oregano, paprika, and cayenne pepper thoroughly.
- Coat the wedges: Dip each sweet potato wedge first into the beaten eggs, then coat it with the Parmesan mixture. Shake off any excess coating to avoid clumping.
- Arrange for baking: Place the coated wedges in a single layer on a foil-lined baking sheet. Ensure they are spaced out evenly for proper roasting.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes or until the Parmesan coating is golden brown and crispy.
- Serve: Remove from the oven and serve immediately for the best texture and flavor.
Notes
- Choose sweet potatoes with smooth skin and minimal bumps to ensure even cooking and texture.
- Scrub potatoes well before baking to soften the skin and remove any dirt.
- Thicker wedges produce softer interiors; thinner wedges will be crispier, so choose based on your texture preference.
- Using a zip-top bag to shake the wedges with seasoning helps to coat them evenly and reduces mess.
- Always shake off excess seasoning before baking to prevent clumping and uneven cooking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Side Dish
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American