Description
Smoky sweet potato wedges from Jamie Oliver bring Mediterranean flair to your grill. Herbs and spices create a zesty profile that makes these potatoes an irresistible side dish you’ll crave at every barbecue.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 medium sweet potatoes (about 1.5 lbs / 680 grams)
- ½ cup BBQ sauce
Seasonings:
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 2 teaspoons onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
Cooking Ingredients:
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
- Thoroughly cleanse and delicately scrub each sweet potato under cool running water, removing any dirt or imperfections. Slice the potatoes into uniform circular medallions approximately 1/2 inch (1.27 centimeters) thick.
- Transfer the sweet potato rounds to a spacious mixing vessel. Drizzle extra virgin olive oil generously over the slices, ensuring complete and even coating. Sprinkle a harmonious blend of smoked paprika, granulated garlic, powdered onion, dried Italian herb mixture, kosher salt, and freshly ground black pepper, massaging the seasonings into the potato surfaces.
- Preheat your outdoor grilling apparatus to precisely 400°F (204°C). This temperature can be achieved using gas, charcoal, or electric grilling equipment.
- Carefully arrange the seasoned sweet potato rounds directly onto the preheated grill grates. Allow them to sear for approximately 5 minutes, developing beautiful caramelized grill marks and a slightly crisp exterior.
- Using sturdy grilling tongs, delicately rotate each potato slice to the opposite side. Continue grilling for an additional 5 minutes to ensure even cooking and enhanced flavor development.
- Relocate the partially grilled sweet potato rounds to a cooler zone of the grill. Using a silicone basting brush, generously apply a layer of tangy barbecue sauce to each medallion.
- Close the grill lid and allow the sauced rounds to caramelize for 1 minute. Flip the slices and repeat the saucing and grilling process on the reverse side, creating a glossy, slightly charred finish.
Notes
- Select sweet potatoes with smooth, unblemished skin for maximum flavor and ideal grilling results.
- Opt for organic varieties to boost natural sweetness and nutritional value.
- Slice potato rounds uniformly to guarantee even cooking and prevent charring.
- Sprinkle smoked paprika for a bold, complex flavor that elevates the sweet potato’s natural taste.
- Employ a silicone brush to distribute BBQ sauce smoothly without creating kitchen chaos.
- Crispy grill marks not only enhance visual appeal but also develop a caramelized, delectable exterior.
- Allow potatoes to rest briefly after grilling, allowing flavors to meld and intensify.
- Serve alongside grilled proteins or enjoy as a standalone vegetarian side with exciting taste profiles.
- Refrigerate leftovers in sealed containers, maintaining freshness for up to three days.
- Revive cold sweet potatoes in a skillet or air fryer to preserve their irresistible crispy texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Snacks
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: uk
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 2
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 320 mg
- Fat: 8 g
- Saturated Fat: 1 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg