Za'atar-Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Spicy Tahini Sauce
These za'atar-roasted sweet potatoes are a flavorful and easy side dish that's perfect for any occasion. The sweet potatoes are tossed in a смесь специй за'атар, olive oil, salt, and pepper, then roasted until tender and golden brown. They're then drizzled with a spicy tahini sauce made with tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cayenne pepper, and salt. The result is a perfectly balanced dish that's both sweet and savory. Serve these za'atar-roasted sweet potatoes as a side dish with your favorite main course, or enjoy them on their own as a snack.
The origins of this recipe are shrouded in mystery, but it is believed to have originated in the Middle East. За'атар is a spice blend that is commonly used in Middle Eastern cuisine, and it is made from a combination of herbs, such as thyme, oregano, and marjoram, as well as sesame seeds and sumac. The spicy tahini sauce is also a common Middle Eastern condiment, and it is made from a combination of tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and cayenne pepper. Together, these two flavors create a dish that is both flavorful and satisfying.
Prep time: 15 | Cook time: 25 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
Sweet potatoes (peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes)
Olive oil
Za'atar spice blend
Salt and pepper
Tahini
Lemon juice
Garlic (minced)
Cayenne pepper
Instructions
Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
In a large bowl, combine sweet potato cubes, olive oil, za'atar, salt, and pepper. Toss to coat.
Spread the sweet potato mixture on a baking sheet and roast for 20-25 minutes, or until tender and golden brown.
In a small bowl, whisk together tahini, lemon juice, garlic, cayenne pepper, and salt to taste.
Serve roasted sweet potatoes drizzled with spicy tahini sauce.
Why It Works
The combination of sweet potatoes and za'atar is a classic one, and the addition of the spicy tahini sauce adds a nice touch of heat and complexity.
Roasting the sweet potatoes until they are tender and golden brown gives them a slightly caramelized flavor that pairs well with the za'atar and tahini sauce.
The spicy tahini sauce is made with a combination of tahini, lemon juice, garlic, and cayenne pepper, and it adds a nice touch of heat and complexity to the dish.
This dish is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes, and it can be served as a side dish or a main course.