Ingredients:

  • 4 medium sweet potatoes, approx 2 lbs (900g)
  • 2 tbsp olive oil
  • 1 tsp kosher salt
  • 2 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 pinch smoked paprika
  • 1 sprig fresh parsley, chopped

Instructions:

  1. Scrub the potatoes thoroughly under cold water and pat them completely dry.
  2. Use a fork to prick each potato 5–6 times across all sides to create steam vents.
  3. Drizzle olive oil over each potato and rub it in vigorously; sprinkle salt evenly across the skin.
  4. Place potatoes on a parchment-lined baking sheet and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 45–60 minutes until the skin is mahogany-colored and the center is soft.
  5. Slice a slit down the center of each potato and gently squeeze the ends toward the middle to fluff the interior.
  6. Immediately add a pat of butter and a sprinkle of smoked paprika to each potato while steaming.
  7. Garnish with chopped fresh parsley.