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Grilled Sweet Potato Wedges

Grilled sweet potato wedges are one of those dishes that manage to be both rustic and elegant at the same time. Their vibrant orange flesh, kissed by the heat of an open flame, develops a beautiful contrast of textures and flavors that make them irresistible.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Par cooking 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 Servings
Course: Side Dish
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 3 Sweet Poataoes Large.
  • 3 Tbl Olive Oil
  • 1 Tsp Salt
  • 1 Tsp Pepper
  • 1 Tsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1/2 Tsp Garlic Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Onion Powder
  • 1/2 Tsp Rosemary
  • 1/2 Tsp Thyme
  • 1 Tsp Cayenne Pepper
  • 1/2 Tsp Cinnamon
  • HONEY LIME FINISHING DRIZZLE (OPTIONAL)
  • 1 Tbl Honey
  • 1 Tbl Lime Juice
  • 1 Tsp Lime Zest

Equipment

  • 1 Gas Grill Charcoal or pellet grill will work also.

Method
 

  1. Wash and scrub the sweet potatoes. Cut each potato lengthwise into wedges about ¾-inch thick. Place wedges in a large bowl.
  2. Toss the wedges with olive oil. Add salt, pepper, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cayenne, cinnamon, and herbs. Mix until evenly coated.
  3. Sweet potatoes can take a long time to cook on the grill. For the best texture: Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Cook wedges for 10 minutes until just beginning to soften. Drain well and allow them to steam dry for a few minutes.
  4. Preheat grill to medium heat (375–400°F). Oil the grates lightly. Grill wedges over indirect heat for up to 20 minutes with the lid closed. Move to direct heat and grill 2–3 minutes per side until nicely charred and tender. If you don't par boil the wedges, it take an additional 20 minutes.
  5. Mix honey, lime juice, and zest. Drizzle lightly over the hot wedges just before serving.

Notes

Serve with:
  • Chipotle aioli
  • Garlic-herb yogurt sauce
  • Maple mustard dip
  • Blue cheese dressing
For a steakhouse-style version, substitute:
  • 1 teaspoon Montreal steak seasoning
  • ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter added after grilling
Finish with chopped parsley and a sprinkle of flaky sea salt. The combination of smoky char, sweet potato, and butter creates an excellent accompaniment to grilled pork chops, chicken, or a ribeye.