Grilled Idaho Sweet Potatoes with Maple Butter

Introduction

There's nothing quite like the natural sweetness of Idaho sweet potatoes enhanced by the smoky, caramelized flavors from the Arteflame grill. These grilled sweet potatoes develop an irresistible golden crust while staying tender on the inside. Finished with decadent maple butter, this recipe is an easy yet delightful side dish.

Ingredients

• 2 large Idaho sweet potatoes
• 4 tbsp unsalted butter, melted
• 2 tbsp maple syrup
• 1/2 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 tsp sea salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

Step 1: Fire up the Arteflame grill

1. Pour some vegetable oil on three paper napkins and place them in the center of the grill.
2. Stack firewood over the oiled napkins and light them.
3. Allow the fire to build for about 20 minutes until the flat top cooktop is hot and ready for grilling.

Step 2: Prepare the sweet potatoes

1. Peel the Idaho sweet potatoes and slice them into 1/2-inch thick rounds.
2. Brush both sides with melted butter and season with sea salt and pepper.

Step 3: Grill the sweet potatoes

1. Place the sweet potato slices on the hot flat cooktop, near the center for higher heat.
2. Grill for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and caramelized, then flip and grill the other side.
3. Move them towards the outer edge of the cooktop to finish cooking through, about 5 more minutes.

Step 4: Make the maple butter

1. In a small bowl, mix melted butter with maple syrup and cinnamon.
2. Brush the warm sweet potatoes with the maple butter before serving.

Step 5: Serve and enjoy

1. Remove the sweet potatoes from the grill and arrange on a serving plate.
2. Drizzle with extra maple butter for a finishing touch.
3. Serve immediately and enjoy!

Tips

• Grill near the center for a more intense caramelization, then move towards the edges to finish cooking evenly.
• Use a spatula to check for perfect grill marks before flipping.
• Adjust sweetness to taste by varying the maple syrup amount.

Variations

• Spicy Maple Sweet Potatoes: Add a pinch of cayenne pepper to the maple butter for a sweet and spicy twist.
• Herb Butter Sweet Potatoes: Replace cinnamon with chopped rosemary or thyme for an herby flavor.
• Brown Sugar Glazed Sweet Potatoes: Mix in 1 tbsp of brown sugar with the butter for a deeper caramelized flavor.
• Nutty Sweet Potatoes: Sprinkle toasted pecans over the sweet potatoes before serving.
• Lemon Zest Sweet Potatoes: Add a touch of lemon zest for a bright, citrusy contrast.

Best Pairings

• Grilled steak with a perfect reverse sear
• Smoky grilled chicken thighs
• Grilled corn on the Arteflame cooktop
• Refreshing mixed green salad with a citrus vinaigrette
• A glass of chilled Chardonnay or a crisp IPA

Conclusion

Grilling Idaho sweet potatoes on the Arteflame grill brings out their natural sweetness while giving them a gorgeous caramelized crust. Paired with maple butter, this recipe is a simple yet flavorful addition to any meal. Give it a try and wow your guests with perfectly grilled sweet potatoes!