• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar

Vindulge

BBQ and Grilling Recipes with Wine Pairings

  • Home
  • About
    • About Mary
    • Portfolio
    • TV Appearances
    • Work With Me
  • Cookbook
  • Wine
    • Food and Wine Pairing
  • All Recipes
  • Travel
  • Resources
    • Fundamentals For Learning How to Grill
    • Guide to Pellet Grills – Common Q and A
    • Best Pellet Grill – MAK Two Star General – Versatile American Made Pellet Smoker
    • Blogger Resources
  • Contact
  • Nav Social Menu

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • LinkedIn
    • Pinterest
    • RSS
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
menu icon
go to homepage
subscribe
search icon
Homepage link
  • Home
  • About
  • Shop Wines
  • Cookbook
  • All Recipes
  • Travel
  • Wine Guides
  • Blogging Resources
  • Connect with us!

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • Pinterest
    • Twitter
    • YouTube
  • ×

    You are here: Home » Food » Recipes

    Grilled Mashed Sweet Potatoes (with Chipotle and Maple)

    October 16, 2020 By Sean Martin Leave a Comment

    Sharing is caring!

    141 shares
    • Facebook36
    • Twitter
    Jump to Recipe
    Grilled Sweet Potato Mash Pin
    Grilled Sweet Potato Mash Pin
    Grilled Sweet Potato Mash Pin
    Grilled Sweet Potato Mash Pin

    Mashed Sweet Potatoes are a great alternative to regular potato mash. This grilled version is a tasty addition to any steak dinner or holiday side dish. Simply add some chipotle and maple syrup for the perfect sweet and slightly smoky mashed sweet potato recipe.

    Dietary Notes: Gluten Free, Vegetarian, Contains Dairy

    A bowl willed with mashed sweet potatoes topped with candied pecans

    Sweet potatoes are available year-round, but the vast amount we see in the late fall is why this has become such a classic holiday recipe idea. Sweet potato mash is typically made on the stovetop, but in this case we’re grilling the sweet potatoes for extra flavor! We par boil the potatoes (just to get them started), then finish them on the grill, giving the resulting dish a sweet kiss of smoke flavor. We then jazz up the softened potatoes with a blast of flavor.

    But we need to clear a few things first on sweet potatoes versus yams.

    What is a Sweet Potato?

    Sweet Potatoes are not actual potatoes. They are a root of a plant not related to potatoes at all. Sweet potato varieties originated in Central and South America. The true sweet potato is dense and tends to ripen best in North America around mid to late fall (but you can find them available year-round), just in time for holidays. The color will be a reddish hue, including the skin, but as with most plants there are many variations of color. Sometimes at grocery stores they may actually label certain varieties of sweet potatoes as yams.

    Yams

    Yams, on the other hand, are an unrelated root. Yams tend to take on a more yellow or lighter color. The flavor profile is different as is the skin (harder and coarse). So when you go to the grocery store and all you see are yams, they may in fact be a variety of sweet potato, just labeled as yams.

    Just know the yam flavor profile will tend not to be as sweet and may need some sugar, or other sweetener, to sweeten up the dish and make it taste closer to a sweet potato. They also won’t take on that distinct orange hue of sweet potatoes. Alton Brown has a fun and informative video highlighting the two.

    So for this mashed sweet potatoes recipe seek out the orange, darker colored, sweet potato for the best flavor and color.

    Preparing the Potatoes

    For the best flavor and texture you want to start by par-boiling the sweet potatoes (similar to this recipe) and then finish them on the grill. Doing both adds a grilled flavor and texture that makes the potatoes easy to mash and avoids over grilling or burning the potato.

    1. Remove the skins from the sweet potatoes.
    2. Quarter the potatoes lengthwise for even pieces that will grill. They will resemble large thick potato wedges.
    3. Place in a large soup pot, and bring water to a boil. Boil for about 15-17 minutes or until just fork tender (but not too soft). Start forking the sweet potato wedges at the 15 minute mark to avoid overcooking them.
    4. Drain the water and then coat the wedges with olive oil (so they won’t stick to the grill grates).

    How to Make Mashed Sweet Potatoes on a Grill

    Sweet potatoes on the grill
    Grilling sweet potatoes on our MAK Two-Star General Pellet Grill
    1. Preheat your grill to 375 degrees Fahrenheit while the potatoes par-boil.
    2. Place the oiled sweet potatoes on indirect heat. The goal is to rotate the three sides of the wedges for about 14 minutes or until each side is just crisping up. If you have a gas grill, simply use medium heat so the wedges don’t burn (targeting 375 degrees).
    3. Remove from the grill and then place in a large soup pot for mashing. Add the remainder of the ingredients while potatoes are still warm, and use a masher to combine. If you want a smoother texture mash the potatoes using a hand immersion blender (or place everything in a countertop blender and pulse until smooth). The butter will melt and the cream and syrup will give the nice texture.

    The mashed sweet potatoes will be slightly chunky. If you prefer a less rustic approach to the presentation, then feel free to blend the ingredients for a puree like texture.

    A bowl filled with grilled sweet potato mash topped with candied pecans

    More Great Side Dish Recipes

    • Sausage and Cornbread Stuffing
    • Perfect Roasted Potatoes
    • Duck Fat Potatoes
    • Grilled and Glazed Carrots

    Great Holiday Recipe Ideas

    • Bourbon Brined Smoked Turkey
    • Smoked Ham with Brown Sugar Glaze
    • Smoked Prime Rib
    • Grilled Porchetta
    Grilled Mashed Sweet Potatoes

    Grilled Mashed Sweet Potatoes Recipe

    Slightly smoky and savory grilled mashed sweet potato recipe with sweet finish of maple syrup. Awesome side dish for the holidays or fall dinners.
    No ratings yet
    Print Pin Rate Save Saved!
    Prep Time: 20 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Servings: 6 servings
    Calories: 340kcal
    Author: Mary Cressler | Vindulge
    Cost: $12.00

    Ingredients

    • 2.5 pounds sweet potatoes (the orange variety), peeled and quartered into thick wedges
    • 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
    • ½ cup heavy cream
    • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
    • 2 tablespoons real maple syrup
    • 2 tablespoons chipotle in adobo sauce (just the sauce, not peppers)
    • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
    Prevent your screen from going dark

    Instructions

    • Preheat grill to 375 degrees Fahrenheit using two-zone cooking or direct/indirect.
    • Place the potato wedges into a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring the potatoes to a boil and continue boiling until they are just fork tender (about 15 – 18 minutes).
    • After the potatoes are fork tender, drain from water in a colander. Place the potatoes on a large sheet tray or bowl and coat with olive oil.
    • Over indirect heat, place the oiled potato wedges and grill each side for 4 – 5 minutes or until slight char marks appear. After all three sides are grilled remove and place in a large pot or bowl.
    • Add remaining ingredients. Using a masher tool, mash the potatoes and incorporate the ingredients. There will be a few rustic chunks. If you like it more pureed, use a blender to get a smoother texture.
    • For a fun garnish add a handful of candied nuts, like pecans.

    Notes

    For a fun topping consider adding some candied nuts.
    Find the perfect wine pairing at the Vindulge Wine Shop

    Nutrition

    Calories: 340kcal | Carbohydrates: 44g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Cholesterol: 37mg | Sodium: 1529mg | Potassium: 678mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 27234IU | Vitamin C: 5mg | Calcium: 84mg | Iron: 1mg
    Tried this recipe? We would love to see!Mention @vindulge or use the hashtag #vindulge
    « Smoked Jalapeño Poppers with Crispy Bacon
    Grilled Sweet Potatoes with Smoked Honey Butter »

    Reader Interactions

    Leave a Reply Cancel reply

    Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

    Recipe Rating




    This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

    Primary Sidebar

    Mary-Cressler-Sept-2015-smI'm Mary, a wine/food/travel writer, Certified Sommelier, mom of twins, former vegetarian turned BBQ fanatic, runner, and founder of Vindulge and author of Fire + Wine cookbook.  Thanks for stopping by!

    Learn More...

    • Facebook
    • Instagram
    • LinkedIn
    • Pinterest
    • RSS
    • Twitter

    Fire and Wine Cookbook Cover.

    Get Ready for Summer

    Smoked Brisket

    What’s on our Grill

    Tri Tip fajitas and peppers in a cast iron skillet.

    Easy Grilled Tri-Tip Fajitas Recipe

    Verde chicken tacos on a serving platter

    Super Easy Verde Chicken Tacos

    Vegetarian Chili in a bowl with cheese and a spoon.

    The Ultimate Vegetarian Chili Recipe

    Pulled pork breakfast hash in a cast iron pan.

    Pulled Pork Breakfast Hash

    More

    As Seen On

    Products we love

    taking the temperature of a porchetta roast on the grill
    We use Thermoworks Signals BBQ Alarm to monitor the internal temperature of the meat while it’s cooking, then double check with an instant read thermometer, like the Thermapen One.

    Vindulge Wine Club

    join the wine club side bar

    Footer

    ↑ back to top

    About

    • Privacy Policy
    • Accessibility Policy

    Newsletter

    • Sign Up! for emails and updates

    Contact

    • Contact
    • Portfolio
    • TV Appearances
    • Work with Me

    As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Copyright © 2021 Vindulge

    We use cookies on our website to give you the most relevant experience by remembering your preferences and repeat visits. By clicking “Accept All”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. However, you may visit "Cookie Settings" to provide a controlled consent.
    Cookie SettingsAccept All
    Manage consent

    Privacy Overview

    This website uses cookies to improve your experience while you navigate through the website. Out of these, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. We also use third-party cookies that help us analyze and understand how you use this website. These cookies will be stored in your browser only with your consent. You also have the option to opt-out of these cookies. But opting out of some of these cookies may affect your browsing experience.
    Necessary
    Always Enabled
    Necessary cookies are absolutely essential for the website to function properly. These cookies ensure basic functionalities and security features of the website, anonymously.
    CookieDurationDescription
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-analytics11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Analytics".
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-functional11 monthsThe cookie is set by GDPR cookie consent to record the user consent for the cookies in the category "Functional".
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-necessary11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookies is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Necessary".
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-others11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Other.
    cookielawinfo-checkbox-performance11 monthsThis cookie is set by GDPR Cookie Consent plugin. The cookie is used to store the user consent for the cookies in the category "Performance".
    viewed_cookie_policy11 monthsThe cookie is set by the GDPR Cookie Consent plugin and is used to store whether or not user has consented to the use of cookies. It does not store any personal data.
    Functional
    Functional cookies help to perform certain functionalities like sharing the content of the website on social media platforms, collect feedbacks, and other third-party features.
    Performance
    Performance cookies are used to understand and analyze the key performance indexes of the website which helps in delivering a better user experience for the visitors.
    Analytics
    Analytical cookies are used to understand how visitors interact with the website. These cookies help provide information on metrics the number of visitors, bounce rate, traffic source, etc.
    Advertisement
    Advertisement cookies are used to provide visitors with relevant ads and marketing campaigns. These cookies track visitors across websites and collect information to provide customized ads.
    Others
    Other uncategorized cookies are those that are being analyzed and have not been classified into a category as yet.
    SAVE & ACCEPT
    141 shares
    • 36