Embrace the tantalizing blend of smokiness, heat, and sweetness in our culinary adventure to craft the ultimate Spicy Smoked Sweet Potato Salad. This delightful dish promises an explosion of flavors that will ignite your taste buds and leave you craving more. As you embark on this culinary journey, we'll guide you through the process of selecting the perfect sweet potatoes, imparting a smoky embrace to them, and balancing the heat with a touch of sweetness. Along the way, we'll uncover secrets to creating a dressing that complements the flavors and textures of the salad, while also ensuring harmony among diverse ingredients. Get ready to embark on a taste sensation that will transform your mealtimes into extraordinary culinary experiences.
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THE BEST SWEET POTATO POTATO SALAD
Provided by Jeff Mauro, host of Sandwich King
Categories side-dish
Time 40m
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a bowl, mix together the cornichons or relish, mustard, honey, celery, lemon zest and juice and red onion. Season with salt and pepper and let sit while the potatoes cook.
- Put the potatoes in a large saucepan and add enough cold water to cover by 1 inch. Season the water generously with salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cook until the potatoes are tender, about 10 minutes.
- Drain the potatoes in a colander, put back in the saucepan, add the vinegar and, using a rubber spatula, toss gently to combine.
- Add the mayonnaise, chives and parsley to the celery-onion mixture and stir to combine. Add the warm potatoes to the dressing and toss. Season to taste. Garnish with extra chives and parsley.
SWEET AND SPICY SWEET POTATOES
The spicy mixture covering these sweet potatoes is also good on chicken pieces!
Provided by Erin R Pitman
Categories Side Dish Vegetables Sweet Potatoes
Time 40m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat an oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C).
- Place the sweet potato chunks into a large mixing bowl. Drizzle with the olive oil, then sprinkle the brown sugar, paprika, black pepper, onion powder, garlic powder, poultry seasoning, chili powder, and cayenne pepper overtop. Toss until the potatoes are evenly coated with the seasoning. Spread onto a baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes, then turn the potatoes over with a spatula, and continue baking until the sweet potatoes are golden and tender, 10 to 15 minutes more.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.3 calories, Carbohydrate 50.3 g, Fat 10.7 g, Fiber 8 g, Protein 4.1 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 130.3 mg, Sugar 12.2 g
CHIPOTLE SWEET POTATO SALAD
I love the velvety taste and texture of sweet potatoes. A friend served sweet potatoes cooked with peppers and they tasted delicious together. I took those flavors and developed them into this creamy, smoky potato salad. -Carolyn Eskew, Dayton, Ohio
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch Side Dishes
Time 45m
Yield 9 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 425°. Place sweet potatoes in a parchment-lined 15x10x1-in. baking pan; cover tightly with foil. Roast until tender, 25-30 minutes. Cool. Transfer to a large bowl., Add onion, celery, poblano and jalapeno. Combine mayonnaise, lime juice, chipotle pepper, salt and pepper; pour over potato mixture and toss gently to coat. Refrigerate, covered, until serving. Sprinkle with cilantro.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 322 calories, Fat 18g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 2mg cholesterol, Sodium 278mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
Tips for Making the Best Spicy Smoked Sweet Potato Salad:
- Choose the Right Sweet Potatoes: Look for firm and evenly-shaped sweet potatoes without blemishes or bruises. Orange-fleshed sweet potatoes work best for this recipe as they have a naturally sweet flavor.
- Smoke the Sweet Potatoes Properly: Smoking the sweet potatoes adds a delicious smoky flavor to the salad. If you don't have a smoker, you can use a grill or even a stovetop smoker. Just make sure the sweet potatoes are cooked through and have a slightly charred exterior.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: The fresher the ingredients, the better the salad will taste. Use fresh cilantro, red onion, and bell peppers for the best flavor.
- Don't Overdress the Salad: The dressing for this salad is simple but flavorful. Use just enough dressing to coat the sweet potatoes and vegetables without making the salad soggy.
- Serve the Salad Immediately: This salad is best served immediately after it is made. The sweet potatoes will start to lose their smoky flavor if they sit for too long.
Conclusion:
This spicy smoked sweet potato salad is a delicious and healthy side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The combination of smoky sweet potatoes, fresh vegetables, and a flavorful dressing makes this salad a real crowd-pleaser. With a few simple tips, you can make this salad perfectly every time. So next time you're looking for a new side dish, give this spicy smoked sweet potato salad a try!
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