Winter is here, and so are all the colorful, healthy vegetables that make this season so special! Sweet potato is prominent among these. This vibrant red-violet root vegetable is a winter favorite and is found in abundance throughout the country. While it is often served as chaat, sweet potatoes can also be used in many other delicious dishes. Rich in nutrients like fiber, iron and potassium, sweet potatoes are a popular choice for boiling, steaming or roasting. And yes, while the smoky flavor of sweet potatoes roasted over coals is unparalleled, we are here with some easy tips on how to roast sweet potatoes without an oven. Let’s dig!
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Here are 5 tips for roasting sweet potatoes at home:
Tip No. 1: Use a griddle for roasting
To roast sweet potatoes easily at home, heat an iron pan on gas. Place 2-3 sweet potatoes on top of it. Then, take a steel pan that fits your griddle and cover the sweet potatoes with it. After two minutes, use a kitchen towel to carefully remove the pan and turn the sweet potatoes. Keep repeating this every 2-3 minutes. It will take about 20 minutes to completely roast the sweet potatoes. Just make sure to keep turning them, otherwise they may burn!
Tip No. 2: Wrap and fry in oil
Take two sweet potatoes, apply some oil on them and wrap them individually in aluminum foil. Heat them on the gas, turning them every 2 minutes. After 10-12 minutes, you can use a knife to check whether they are cooked inside or not. If not, cook them a little longer. Once they are cooked, unwrap them, let them cool slightly and peel them. Serve hot and enjoy!
Tip No. 3: Use a Baati Maker
Got a bati maker? Sweet potatoes also get roasted well in this! Start by washing them thoroughly. Place them on the grate of the baati maker and turn the gas to medium. Cover it with a lid. After some time, open it, turn the sweet potatoes and put the lid again. Keep checking until they are completely cooked. Once done, take them out, let them cool, peel and use in delicious chaats, paranthas or any dish of your choice!
Tip No. 4: Use a Grill Pan
If you have a grill pan, this is a great way to get that delicious roast flavor without the oven. Simply wash the sweet potatoes and cut them into rounds or wedges. Heat the grill pan to medium-high, then grease it with a little oil. Place the sweet potato slices or wedges on the pan and cover with a lid. Grill them for about 5-7 minutes on each side, turning occasionally, until they are tender and have grill marks. outcome? Smoky, perfectly roasted sweet potatoes with great grilled texture!
Tip No. 5: Choose the Right Size Sweet Potato
When buying sweet potatoes, aim to buy medium-sized sweet potatoes – not too thick or too thin. Thicker ones take longer to cook and may remain raw on the inside, while thinner ones may burn quickly. Always choose medium-sized sweet potatoes for even roasting.
Now, you can enjoy perfectly roasted sweet potatoes whenever you want – without the hassle. Need more sweet potato recipes? Click here!
