Grilled Sweet Potato

Grilled Sweet Potatoes are a delightful vegetarian dish featuring tender, smoky slices of sweet potato, enhanced with a savory soy glaze. This Japanese BBQ-inspired recipe combines simplicity with rich flavor, making it a perfect accompaniment to any meal.

Ingredients

• Sweet potatoes - 500 grams
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Mirin - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Honey - 1 teaspoon
• Garlic - 1 clove, minced
• Ground black pepper - 1/4 teaspoon
• Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon, for garnish
• Spring onions - 1, finely chopped, for garnish

Steps

1. Preheat your grill or BBQ to medium heat.
2. Wash and peel the sweet potatoes, then slice them into 1 cm thick rounds.
3. In a bowl, mix together soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, honey, minced garlic, and ground black pepper to create the marinade.
4. Add the sweet potato slices to the marinade, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for about 10 minutes.
5. Place the marinated sweet potato slices on the grill and cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side, or until they are tender and have nice grill marks.
6. Remove the sweet potatoes from the grill and sprinkle with sesame seeds and chopped spring onions before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 180
• Protein: 3 g
• Carbs: 36 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 7 g
• Sodium: 500 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 6 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Rich in vitamins A and C, promoting healthy skin and immune function.
• High in fiber, which supports digestive health.

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