You might want to make a couple extra of these Fire-Roasted Sweet Potatoes. As sweet potatoes cook, their sugars caramelize and ooze through the skins, combining with the smokiness of the fire for a completely addictive side dish.
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The oil in this recipe adds flavor by acting as a vehicle for smokiness; however, you can omit the oil if you prefer.
Fire-Roasted Sweet Potatoes
Instructions
- Coat each sweet potato in oil and place on grill grate over a medium flame for about 30 to 40 minutes, depending on the intensity of the heat. Rotate potatoes occasionally for even cooking.
- Test with a fork. Each sweet potato should be softened and oozing caramel.
- When serving, season with salt and pepper to taste, or dip in the juices from Fish and Asparagus en Papillote.
Recipe Notes
Per serving: 135 calories; 2 g protein; 3 g total fat (0 g sat. fat); 27 g total carbohydrates (9 g sugars, 4 g fiber); 41 mg sodium