Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato Wedges

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Sweet potatoes roasted with a savory-sweet miso glaze, creating a caramelized exterior and tender interior for a satisfying side dish. This japanese-inspired sheet pan ready in about 30 minutes pairs tablespoons mirin, tablespoons white miso paste, tablespoon rice vinegar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 20 min Serves 4 Japanese cuisine 250 cal/serving
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Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. Place 3 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and cut into 1/2-inch wedges) in a bowl and toss with 1 tablespoon vegetable oil until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: In a small bowl, whisk together 2 tablespoons mirin, 2 tablespoons white miso paste, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon sesame oil, 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper. Pour the glaze over the sweet potatoes, tossing to coat evenly.
  3. Step 3: Spread sweet potatoes in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 20-25 minutes, turning once halfway, until tender and golden brown with caramelized edges.

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Frequently asked questions

How long does Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato Wedges take to make?

Total time is about 30 minutes (10 min prep + 20 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato Wedges?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep tablespoons mirin from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato Wedges?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato Wedges for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Miso-Glazed Sweet Potato Wedges?

Japanese sheet pan like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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