3-Ingredient Marry Me Sweet Potatoes [gluten-free + paleo-friendly]

These 3-ingredient Marry Me Sweet Potatoes are crispy, caramelized, and packed with flavor from Wagyu beef tallow and flaky sea salt. An easy roasted sweet potato recipe!

Why You’ll Love These Marry Me Sweet Potatoes

These 3-ingredient Marry Me Sweet Potatoes are crispy, caramelized, buttery, and taste like candy. Thinly sliced sweet potatoes are generously coated in rich Wagyu beef tallow, sprinkled with flaky sea salt, and roasted until the natural sugars caramelize into the most incredible sweet-and-savory side dish.

With just three ingredients and minimal prep, this easy sweet potato recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners, holiday meals, or anytime you want a vegetable that tastes more like a treat.

What Do Marry Me Sweet Potatoes Taste Like?

These sweet potatoes taste like candy, thanks to the natural sweetness of the sweet potatoes becoming deeply caramelized as they roast. The Wagyu beef tallow adds richness and helps create golden, crispy edges, while flaky sea salt balances the sweetness with a savory finish.

They are sweet, salty, crispy, caramelized, and seriously addictive.

Ingredients You’ll Need

• Sweet potatoes: Use 2 large sweet potatoes. Clean them well and slice them thinly lengthwise.
• Wagyu beef tallow: Softened, not melted, tallow makes it easy to generously coat the sweet potatoes before roasting.
• Flaky sea salt: A generous sprinkle adds the perfect savory contrast to the naturally sweet potatoes.

How To Make 3-Ingredient Marry Me Sweet Potatoes

1. Prepare The Sweet Potatoes

Preheat your oven to 375°F. Clean the sweet potatoes thoroughly, then slice them thinly lengthwise.

2. Coat With Wagyu Beef Tallow

Place the sliced sweet potatoes on a baking sheet. Using your hands, generously coat the sweet potatoes with softened Wagyu beef tallow. Make sure each slice gets a good coating.

3. Season With Flaky Sea Salt

Generously sprinkle the tallow-coated sweet potatoes with flaky sea salt.

4. Bake

Bake at 375°F for about 35 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender with golden brown and crispy edges.

Tips For The Best Marry Me Sweet Potatoes

• Slice them thinly: Thin slices allow the natural sugars to caramelize and create plenty of crispy edges.
• Use plenty of tallow: Generously coating the sweet potatoes gives them their rich flavor and helps them roast beautifully.
• Don’t skip the flaky salt: The salty finish makes the naturally candy-like sweetness really pop.
• Give them room: Spread the slices out on your baking sheet so they roast and caramelize instead of steaming.

What To Serve With Marry Me Sweet Potatoes

These easy roasted sweet potatoes pair well with almost any main dish. Serve them alongside steak, burgers, roasted chicken, turkey, pork, or grilled meats.

They also make a great addition to a holiday dinner or a simple weeknight meal when you want an easy vegetable side that feels a little more special.

Can I Use Regular Beef Tallow?

Yes! Wagyu beef tallow gives these sweet potatoes an especially rich flavor, but regular beef tallow can be used if that is what you have available.

Do I Need To Peel The Sweet Potatoes?

No. You can leave the skin on for extra texture and a more rustic presentation. Just be sure to clean the sweet potatoes well before slicing.

How Do I Store Leftover Sweet Potatoes?

Store leftover sweet potatoes in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat them in the oven or air fryer to help restore their crispy texture.

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