ROASTED SPICY ASIAN SWEET POTATOES

Roasted Spicy Asian Sweet Potatoes image

Provided by ratherbeswimmin

Time 1h40m

Yield 10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

6 large sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
2/3 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons Chinese five spice powder
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger

Steps:

Coat a 13 x 9 inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
Add potatoes to the prepared dish.
In a bowl, stir together the remaining ingredients until well blended; pour the butter mixture over the potatoes and turn to coat evenly.
*At this point, you can cover and refrigerate for up to 2 days, bring to room temperature before continuing.
Preheat oven to 375°; bake until tender when pierced with a knife, 45-55 minutes.
Remove from the oven and serve hot or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 286.2, Fat 18.5, SaturatedFat 11.7, Cholesterol 48.8, Sodium 51.2, Carbohydrate 30.3, Fiber 2.4, Sugar 17.5, Protein 1.4