Jamaican Grilled Sweet Potatoes
Elevate your grill game with these Jamaican Grilled Sweet Potatoes, a smoky, spiced side dish infused with the tropical flavors of the Caribbean. Blanched and then caramelized on the grill, these tender sweet potato planks are coated in a vibrant spice marinade featuring allspice, smoked paprika, cinnamon, and garlic powder. A finishing touch of fresh thyme, zesty lime juice, and chopped scallions adds a bright, herbaceous kick. Perfectly charred and irresistibly fragrant, these sweet potatoes make a unique and healthy addition to any barbecue spread. Serve them warm as a vegetarian-friendly side or a flavorful main dish that’s both easy to prepare and packed with bold island-inspired flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 medium sweet potatoes
- 3 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground allspice
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 2 tablespoons scallions, finely chopped
- 2 teaspoons fresh thyme leaves
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Preheat your grill to medium heat (approximately 375°F/190°C). If you're using a charcoal grill, ensure the coals are well lit and the heat is evenly distributed.
Wash and peel the sweet potatoes. Slice each sweet potato lengthwise into 1/2-inch thick planks.
Bring a large pot of water to a boil and add a pinch of salt. Add the sweet potato planks to the boiling water and blanch them for 5 minutes to soften slightly. Drain and pat them dry with a clean kitchen towel.
In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, ground allspice, ground cinnamon, smoked paprika, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the spice marinade.
Brush both sides of the sweet potato planks generously with the spice marinade, ensuring they are evenly coated.
Place the sweet potato planks on the preheated grill. Cook for 4-5 minutes per side, or until grill marks appear and the sweet potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
Remove the sweet potatoes from the grill and transfer to a serving platter. Sprinkle with chopped scallions and fresh thyme leaves.
Drizzle the grilled sweet potatoes with freshly squeezed lime juice just before serving for a burst of tangy flavor.
Serve warm as a side dish or enjoy on its own for a light and flavorful meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
868 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 42.7 g | 55% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2655 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 117.1 g | 43% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.9 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 24.5 g | ||
| Protein | 9.4 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 211 mg | 16% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 214 mg | 5% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
