Chef Ran Ben Ezra Shares Quick Sweet Potato Recipe Using Toaster

Chef and food blogger Ran Ben Ezra has introduced a simple and speedy method to prepare sweet potatoes using a toaster instead of an oven. This recipe requires only basic ingredients including olive oil, paprika, garlic seasoning, thyme, and a touch of silan (date syrup), resulting in sweet potatoes that are soft inside, slightly caramelized outside, and richly flavored. The preparation involves washing and halving 2 to 4 sweet potatoes, brushing the cut sides with the spice and silan mixture, and baking them in a toaster lined with parchment paper. The sweet potatoes are toasted for 10 minutes, sprinkled with coarse salt, and then toasted for an additional 30 minutes until fully tender. This method offers a convenient alternative for busy days and can be served as a side dish or a light meal alongside meat, poultry, fish, salads, or yogurt dips.