Description
This Grilled Sweet Potato Wedges recipe offers a smoky, tender, and flavorful side dish that’s perfect for BBQs or weeknight meals. The sweet potatoes are first softened slightly in the microwave, then sliced into wedges, seasoned with a smoky spice blend, and grilled to perfection for a crispy outside and tender inside.
Ingredients
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Sweet Potato Wedges
- 2 lbs sweet potatoes (about 3 medium-large sweet potatoes)
- 1 tbsp oil
Seasoning
- 3 tsp kosher salt (Diamond Crystal)
- ¾ tsp smoked paprika
- ⅜ tsp garlic powder
- ⅜ tsp onion powder
- ⅜ tsp ground black pepper
Instructions
- Prepare the seasoning: Measure out all the spices into a small bowl and whisk together until evenly combined. Set this seasoning blend aside for later use.
- Clean the sweet potatoes: Rinse each sweet potato thoroughly under running water, scrubbing with your hands or a stiff brush to remove dirt. Dry them with paper towels.
- Microwave the sweet potatoes: Poke four holes in each potato using a fork. Wrap one potato loosely in a damp paper towel and microwave it on high (1100 watts) for 2 minutes. Repeat with the remaining potatoes, re-wetting the paper towel as needed.
- Cool and slice the potatoes: Allow microwaved potatoes to cool slightly. Once cooled, cut each potato lengthwise in half, then quarter each half lengthwise to create wedges. Place wedges in a large flat dish.
- Season the wedges: Preheat the grill to 400 degrees Fahrenheit. Drizzle oil over the wedges, then sprinkle 4 teaspoons of the prepared seasoning on top. Gently toss with hands to ensure even coating of oil and seasoning.
- Grill the wedges: Place wedges flesh side down directly on preheated grill grates. Close the lid and grill for 5 minutes. Flip the wedges to the other flesh side and grill for an additional 5 minutes.
- Check doneness: Test a wedge with a toothpick by inserting it into the center. If the toothpick slides in easily, the wedges are done. If not, continue grilling, checking every 4 minutes until tender.
- Serve: Remove wedges from the grill using tongs and transfer to a serving plate. Let cool slightly before serving with your choice of dipping sauces like ketchup, BBQ sauce, or burger sauce, or enjoy them plain.
Notes
- Cut the wedges gently; thinner wedges tend to break apart on the ends but still taste great.
- Microwaving sweet potatoes before grilling helps reduce overall cooking time and ensures they cook evenly on the grill.
- If desired, sprinkle remaining seasoning over grilled wedges for extra flavor.
- Use a grill thermometer to maintain consistent 400°F heat for even cooking.
- Leftover wedges can be reheated in the oven or air fryer for crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (about 3 wedges)
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 2 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
