Camote Recipe
charred sweet potato, chipotle aioli
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Ingredients
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Sweet Potatoes
Chipotle Aioli
Method
Preparing Sweet Potatoes
- 1
Wash and Cut Sweet Potatoes
Rinse the sweet potatoes under cold water to remove any dirt. Cut them in half lengthwise.
- 2
Seasoning
Drizzle olive oil over the cut sides of the sweet potatoes. Sprinkle salt and black pepper evenly on top.
- 3
Char the Sweet Potatoes
Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium-high heat. Place the sweet potatoes cut side down on the grill. Cook for about 5-7 minutes until charred and soft. Flip and cook for an additional 5-7 minutes.
Making Chipotle Aioli
- 4
Combine Ingredients
In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, chopped chipotle peppers in adobo, lime juice, minced garlic, and salt.
- 5
Mix Well
Whisk the ingredients together until smooth and well combined. Adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Serving
- 6
Plate the Dish
Once the sweet potatoes are charred, remove them from the grill and place them on a serving platter.
- 7
Add Aioli
Drizzle or serve the chipotle aioli on top of the sweet potatoes or on the side for dipping.
