Sheet Pan Harissa Pork with Sweet Potatoes and Kale

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Spiced pork shoulder roasted with caramelized sweet potatoes and hearty kale for a vibrant, one-pan dinner ready in under an hour. This general-inspired sheet pan ready in about 60 minutes pairs pork shoulder, harissa paste, olive oil for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 520 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: 20 min Cook: 40 min Serves 4 520 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 400°F. In a large bowl, toss 1.5 lbs pork shoulder cubes with 2 tbsp harissa paste and 2 tbsp olive oil until evenly coated. Season with 1/2 tsp salt and 1/4 tsp black pepper.
  2. Step 2: Add 2 medium sweet potatoes (peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes) and 1 medium onion (sliced) to the bowl, stirring to coat with the spice mixture.
  3. Step 3: Spread the mixture in a single layer on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Roast for 25 minutes.
  4. Step 4: While roasting, mince 2 cloves garlic. After 25 minutes, scatter 1 bunch kale (stems removed, leaves chopped) and the minced garlic over the sheet, stirring to combine. Return to oven and roast 15-20 minutes more, until pork is cooked through and vegetables are tender.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Sheet Pan Harissa Pork with Sweet Potatoes and Kale take to make?

Total time is about 60 minutes (20 min prep + 40 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 Sheet Pan Harissa Pork with Sweet Potatoes and Kale?

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 pork shoulder from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Sheet Pan Harissa Pork with Sweet Potatoes and Kale?

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 Sheet Pan Harissa Pork with Sweet Potatoes and Kale 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 Sheet Pan Harissa Pork with Sweet Potatoes and Kale?

General 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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