Grilled Sweet Potato Lemongrass & Cilantro Recipe
Make Grilled Sweet Potato Lemongrass & Cilantro Recipe in just 45m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Vegetables
Marinade
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare Sweet Potatoes
Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1-inch cubes. Place them in a large bowl.
- 2
Prepare Lemongrass
Trim the ends of the lemongrass stalks and remove the tough outer layers. Finely chop the tender part of the lemongrass and add it to the bowl with sweet potatoes.
- 3
Chop Cilantro
Rinse the cilantro under cold water, shake off excess moisture, and roughly chop the leaves. Add to the sweet potato and lemongrass mixture.
Marinade
- 4
Prepare Marinade
In a small bowl, whisk together the olive oil, lime juice, minced garlic, salt, black pepper, and red chili flakes until well combined.
- 5
Combine Marinade with Vegetables
Pour the marinade over the sweet potato, lemongrass, and cilantro mixture. Toss well to ensure everything is evenly coated.
Grilling
- 6
Preheat Grill
Preheat your grill to medium-high heat, around 375°F (190°C).
- 7
Grill Sweet Potatoes
Thread the marinated sweet potato mixture onto skewers or place them in a grill basket. Grill for about 15-20 minutes, turning occasionally, until the sweet potatoes are tender and have grill marks.
- 8
Serve
Remove from the grill and let cool slightly. Serve warm as a side dish or a light main course.
