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Flavorful Grilled Sweet Potato Wedges Recipe with Honey Chipotle Glaze

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These grilled sweet potato wedges are coated with a smoky, sweet honey chipotle glaze that caramelizes perfectly on the grill, making them an easy and crowd-pleasing side dish for BBQs or weeknight dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large sweet potatoes (about 2 pounds / 900 grams), washed and cut into wedges
  • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
  • 3 tablespoons honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle powder (or cayenne pepper for more heat)
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon freshly squeezed lime juice (optional)
  • Small handful fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Wash and dry 2 large sweet potatoes. Cut each into 8-10 wedges, aiming for uniform thickness for even cooking (about 10 minutes).
  2. In a large bowl, toss the wedges with 2 tablespoons olive oil until fully coated. Sprinkle 1 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon black pepper, 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder, and 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika. Mix well to distribute spices evenly. Set aside.
  3. Preheat grill to medium-high heat (around 400°F / 200°C). If using charcoal, wait until coals are covered with white ash.
  4. Place wedges directly on grill grates, flat side down. Grill for 6-8 minutes per side, flipping carefully with tongs, until grill marks appear and edges are slightly crispy. Total grilling time about 15 minutes.
  5. While wedges cook, mix 3 tablespoons honey with 1 teaspoon chipotle powder in a small bowl until well combined.
  6. During the last 3 minutes on the grill, brush honey chipotle glaze generously over each wedge. Watch closely to prevent burning; move wedges to cooler spot if needed.
  7. Remove wedges from grill, squeeze fresh lime juice over top, and garnish with chopped cilantro if desired. Serve immediately while warm and sticky.

Notes

Watch the glaze closely during grilling to prevent burning. For vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar. If no grill is available, bake wedges at 425°F (220°C) for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway, then brush with glaze and broil 2-3 minutes to caramelize.

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Keywords: grilled sweet potatoes, honey chipotle glaze, BBQ side dish, sweet potato wedges, easy grilling recipe, vegan option, gluten-free

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