Grilled Sweet Potato Fries
These Grilled Sweet Potato Fries are a smoky, savory twist on a favorite side. Lightly parboiled for tenderness, then tossed in oil and grilled until charred and crisp, each wedge is finished with a seasoned blend of paprika, chili powder, and salt. Topped with fresh cilantro and perfect for dipping, they’re an easy, flavorful upgrade for any cookout or weeknight meal.
Recipe - Wills Point #19
Grilled Sweet Potato Fries
Prep Time20 Minutes
Servings4
Cook Time10 Minutes
Ingredients
3 medium sweet potatoes
2 Tbs vegetable oil
1 tsp salt
1/2 tsp paprika
1/4 tsp chili powder
chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish
Directions
- Peel the sweet potatoes. Cut into large wedges. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Parboil the potatoes for 5 minutes. Drain the potatoes, and pat them dry. Place on a baking sheet. Toss in the oil to coat. Heat a grill to high.
- Place the potatoes on the grill. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, turning once. Time will vary depending on size of the wedges. Remove from the grill. Combine the salt, paprika and chili powder. Sprinkle over the potatoes.
- Garnish with cilantro. Serve with chipotle mayo or your favorite sauce.
Nutritional Information
Per Serving: Calories: 150, Fat: 7 g (1 g Saturated Fat), Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 640 mg, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Fiber: 3 g, Protein: 2 g.
20 minutes
Prep Time
10 minutes
Cook Time
4
Servings
Shop Ingredients
Makes 4 servings
Pro Health Sweet Potatoes - 1 Each
$4.99
Brookshire's 100% Pure All Purpose Vegetable Oil - 48 Fluid Ounce
$4.49$0.09/fl oz
Not Available
That's Smart! Paprika - 2.75 Ounce
$1.49$0.54/oz
Brookshire's Chili Powder - 1.9 Ounce
$2.50 was $3.59$1.32/oz
Fresh Cilantro - 1 Each
$0.69
Nutritional Information
Per Serving: Calories: 150, Fat: 7 g (1 g Saturated Fat), Cholesterol: 0 mg, Sodium: 640 mg, Carbohydrates: 20 g, Fiber: 3 g, Protein: 2 g.
Directions
- Peel the sweet potatoes. Cut into large wedges. Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Parboil the potatoes for 5 minutes. Drain the potatoes, and pat them dry. Place on a baking sheet. Toss in the oil to coat. Heat a grill to high.
- Place the potatoes on the grill. Cook for 5 to 7 minutes, turning once. Time will vary depending on size of the wedges. Remove from the grill. Combine the salt, paprika and chili powder. Sprinkle over the potatoes.
- Garnish with cilantro. Serve with chipotle mayo or your favorite sauce.