Grilled Hassleback Sweet Potatoes with Molasses-Nutmeg Butter Recipe

Name: Grilled Hassleback Sweet Potatoes with Molasses-Nutmeg Butter
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large sweet potatoes, scrubbed; Kosher salt; 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature; 3 heaping tablespoons molasses; 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro; 1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest; 1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg; Freshly ground black pepper; Canola oil, for brushing; 1/2 cup dark rum

Servings: persons

4 large sweet potatoes, scrubbed
Kosher salt
1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature
3 heaping tablespoons molasses
1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh cilantro
1 teaspoon finely grated orange zest
1/8 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
Freshly ground black pepper
Canola oil, for brushing
1/2 cup dark rum

1
Put the potatoes in a large pot, cover with cold water, add 1 tablespoon kosher salt, bring to a boil and cook until a paring knife inserted into the center of the potatoes meets with some resistance.
2
(Do not cook through.)
3
Drain and let cool slightly.
4
Mix together the butter, molasses, cilantro, orange zest and nutmeg and season with salt and pepper.
5
Cover and refrigerate until ready to use
6
Heat a charcoal or gas grill to medium high for indirect grilling.
7
Cut off a thin slice of each potato lengthwise to create an even base for the potato to rest on.
8
Slice off the ends of each potato.
9
Rest each potato between two chopsticks or wooden spoons placed lengthwise along the potato (to act as a stop for the knife) and carefully cut vertical slits about every 1/8 inch.
10
Brush the potatoes with the canola oil and season with salt and pepper.
11
Place the potatoes on the cooler side of the grill, cover and cook until lightly golden and cooked through, 12 to 15 minutes.
12
Place the potatoes on a platter and immediately smear the tops with the butter mixture, making sure it melts into the cuts.
13
Heat the rum in a small saucepan, flambe and pour over the potatoes.
14
Serve immediately.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 large sweet potatoes, scrubbed, Kosher salt, 1 1/2 sticks unsalted butter, at room temperature, 3 heaping tablespoons molasses, and more.

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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Grilled Hassleback Sweet Potatoes with Molasses-Nutmeg Butter

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