In America, we’re accustomed to eating sweet potatoes candied with maple syrup and brown sugar, or even topped with marshmallows, for a supersweet Thanksgiving side dish. But savory sweet potatoes are another experience entirely. Sweet potatoes with Creole seasoning are fabulous, and with this recipe they’re very easy to make. Any Cajun or Creole seasoning mix from the grocery will do, or make your own by mixing equal parts paprika, salt, and a dash of cayenne. Be careful with the cayenne, as a little goes a long way. Beets make a delicious red substitute for tomatoes if you can’t find good fresh ones for this dish. If you prefer white potatoes, feel free to substitute a large baking potato for the sweet potato. Frozen green beans are a quick solution when you want something green to toss into a pot meal. Simply shake some beans into the pot, reseal the bag, and keep it in the freezer. A single bag can often last for quite a few meals.
Recipe information
Yield
serves 2
Ingredients
Preparation
Step 1
Preheat the oven to 450°F.
Step 2
Spray the inside and lid of a cast-iron Dutch oven with olive or canola oil.
Step 3
Scatter the onion in the pot. Lay the fish over the onion. Sprinkle liberally with Cajun seasoning, according to taste. Remember that the spices will intensify during infusion cooking, so you may want to sprinkle lightly if you are concerned about the heat.
Step 4
Layer the potato, garlic, green beans, and tomatoes, adding more seasoning as desired. Pack in as many vegetables as possible, but make sure the lid fits tightly.
Step 5
Cover and bake for 35 to 45 minutes, or until 3 minutes after the aroma of a fully cooked meal escapes the oven. Serve immediately.
nutrition information
Step 6
Calories: 240
Step 7
Protein: 25g
Step 8
Carbohydrates: 32g
Step 9
Fat: 2g
Step 10
Cholesterol: 54mg
Step 11
Sodium: 114mg
Step 12
Fiber: 127g
