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Roasted Sweet Potatowith Maple Soy Tahini and Sesame Crunch

Recipe by Zachary Neman on InstagramAdded 1 August 2026.

10 minutes to prep, 45 to cook. Roasted sweet potato drizzled with a maple‑soy tahini sauce and finished with toasted sesame crunch delivers a harmonious blend of sweet, savory, and nutty flavors. The caramelized interior pairs perfectly with the creamy, umami‑rich sauce, while the crunchy seeds add a satisfying texture. A quick, comforting dish that feels like a treat for any meal of the day.

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Roasted Sweet Potato with Maple Soy Tahini and Sesame Crunch by Zachary Neman, a frame from the Instagram video

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 425°F (425°F).

  2. Place the whole sweet potato on a baking sheet and roast for about 45 minutes, or until the skin is crisp and the interior is caramelized.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The skin is crisp and the interior caramelized.

  3. While the sweet potato roasts, whisk together tahini, maple syrup, miso paste, soy sauce, and a pinch of salt until smooth to create the maple soy tahini sauce.

    Kitchen notes · Added by ReelsMeals: The sauce is smooth.

  4. In a small skillet, toast the sesame seeds over medium heat until golden and fragrant, then season with a little salt.

  5. When the sweet potato is done, slice it open, drizzle the sauce over the flesh, and sprinkle the toasted sesame crunch on top.

  6. Sprinkle the toasted nut and seed mixture over the roasted sweet potato.

  7. Serve immediately for a sweet, savory, salty, and crunchy experience.

Tips while you cook

Prep the sauce while the potato roasts
Whisk the tahini, maple syrup, miso, soy sauce, and salt during the 45‑minute roasting time.
Toast sesame seeds separately
Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat before the potato is done, then season with salt while still hot.
Season nuts and seeds after chopping
Chop the mixed nuts and seeds, toast them in a pan, and add a pinch of salt before sprinkling over the finished dish.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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