Grilled Peachy Sweet Potato And Pork Packs Recipes

GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN AND SWEET POTATOES

Steps:

• Preheat a grill to medium high and brush the grates with olive oil. Pierce the sweet potatoes all over with a fork and microwave until just cooked through, 5 to 7 minutes; let cool slightly, then slice into 1/2-inch-thick rounds. Transfer the sweet potatoes to a medium bowl and gently toss with 1 tablespoon olive oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper.
• Meanwhile, toss the cucumbers, pineapple, scallion, cilantro and vinegar in a medium bowl; season with salt and pepper. Set aside. Mix the brown sugar, chile powder, cumin, 3/4 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper in a separate bowl. Rub the pork all over with the remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil and the spice mixture.
• Grill the pork, covered, turning occasionally, until a thermometer inserted into the center registers 145 degrees F, about 15 minutes. Remove to a cutting board and let rest 5 minutes. Grill the sweet potatoes, turning once, until marked, about 3 minutes. Slice the pork and top with the cucumber-pineapple salsa. Serve with the sweet potatoes.
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GRILLED PORK CHOPS AND SWEET POTATO FOIL PACKETS

Steps:

• Preheat gas grill for medium-high heat. Combine Sloppy Joe sauce and mustard in small bowl; set aside.
• Place four 18x12-inch pieces of heavy aluminum foil on counter. Spray each with cooking spray. Evenly place sweet potatoes and corn on each piece of foil. Top sweet potatoes with pork; sprinkle pork with salt and pepper. Spoon sauce over pork. Double fold top and ends of each piece of foil, leaving space for steam to gather.
• Place packets on grate; cover grill. Grill 15 minutes or until pork is cooked through (145°F) and corn is tender. Carefully open packets; sprinkle with green onions before serving.

PORK WITH SWEET POTATOES

Steps:

• In a shallow bowl, mix flour, salt and pepper. Cut tenderloin into 12 slices; pound each with a meat mallet to 1/4-in. thickness. Dip pork in flour mixture to coat both sides; shake off excess., In a large skillet coated with cooking spray, heat oil over medium-high heat; brown pork in batches. Remove from pan., Add sweet potatoes, cranberries and broth to same pan. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 4-6 minutes or until potatoes are almost tender. Stir in mustard. , Return pork to pan; add apple and green onions. Return to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 4-6 minutes or until pork and sweet potatoes are tender.

GRILLED SWEET POTATO AND PEPPER PACKETS

Steps:

• Heat grill to medium heat.
• Cut a piece of foil about 18 x 18 inches square. Lightly spray foil with cooking spray.
• Place sweet potatoes on foil, top with yellow pepper.
• Mix together the melted honey, butter, and seasoned salt. Pour over potato/pepper mixture. Toss slightly to distribute honey/butter.
• Note: You can add the chives to the vegetables now, or wait until after cooking and sprinkle them on top.
• Fold foil over vegetables and crimp to seal. Make sure you have a tight seal, but allow for circulation and expansion during grilling.
• Grill 15-20 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender. Cut open foil packet and sprinkle with chives.

GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH SPICY PEACH GLAZE

Steps:

• Heat the grill to medium hot.
• In a medium mixing bowl, combine the preserves, garlic, olive oil, soy sauce, dry mustard, cayenne pepper, salt and black pepper, and mix well to combine.
• Sprinkle the tenderloins with additional salt and pepper and place on the grill. Cook about 10 minutes on each side before brushing the upturned side with the glaze. Continue cooking for another 10 to 12 minutes, turning every 3 to 5 minutes and brushing each upturned side with glaze every time, until the meat is cooked through. Move the pork to a cooler part of the grill if it starts to get too dark before it is cooked through.
• Place the peach halves on the grill, cut-side down, and grill 2 minutes. Turn, and brush the tops with the glaze. Grill 3 ro 5 minutes more, until the peaches are soft and the cavities fill with juices. Transfer the cooked pork and peaches to a serving plate & serve immediately.

GRILLED PORK AND SWEET POTATO KABOBS

Steps:

• Heat gas or charcoal grill. In 1-quart saucepan, heat marmalade, rosemary and salt to boiling, stirring frequently. Remove from heat; set aside.
• In 1-quart microwavable bowl, place sweet potato pieces and water. Cover loosely with microwavable paper towel. Microwave on High 2 to 3 minutes, stirring once, just until potatoes are tender (do not overcook). Drain sweet potatoes; rinse with cold water.
• On each of four 10- to 12-inch metal skewers, carefully thread pork, sweet potatoes and zucchini (with cut side facing out) alternately, leaving 1/4-inch space between each piece.
• Cover and grill kabobs over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, turning once and brushing with marmalade glaze during last 3 minutes, until pork is no pink in center.

JERK PORK TENDERLOIN WITH GLAZED SWEET POTATOES

Steps:

• Make the paste: in a blender, combine the paste ingredients; process on high until smooth, about 2 minutes.
• Trim any excess fat and silver skin from the tenderloins.
• Brush the paste over the meat; cover and refrigerate for 2-4 hours.
• Let the tenderloins stand at room temperature for 20-30 minutes before grilling.
• In a small bowl, whisk the lime zest, lime juice, canola oil, honey, salt, and pepper.
• Peel sweet potatoes, trim the ends and cut each potato into 1 1/2 inch slices.
• Brush potatoes on both sides with the oil mixture.
• Grill the tenderloins and potatoes over direct medium heat until the pork is barely pink in the centers and the potatoes are easily pierced with a knife, 15-20 minutes, turning both and brushing them with the oil mixture every 5 minutes.
• Let the pork rest for 3-5 minutes before slicing on the bias.
• Serve warm with the potatoes.

GRILLED SWEET POTATO AND PEPPER FOIL PACK

Steps:

• Heat coals or gas grill for direct heat. Cut 18x18-inch piece of heavy-duty foil; spray with cooking spray. Place sweet potatoes and bell pepper on center of foil.
• Mix butter, honey and seasoned salt in small bowl. Drizzle over potato mixture; stir to mix. Fold foil over vegetables so edges meet. Seal edges, making tight 1/2-inch fold; fold again. Allow space on sides for circulation and expansion.
• Cover and grill packet over medium heat 15 to 20 minutes or until sweet potatoes are tender. Place packet on serving platter. Cut large X across top of packet; unfold foil. Sprinkle with chives.

5-INGREDIENT GRILLED PORK TENDERLOIN WITH PEACHES

Steps:

• Combine the ginger, 2 tablespoons vinegar and 1 tablespoon high-heat cooking oil, like canola, in a large resealable plastic bag. Sprinkle the pork with freshly ground black pepper and seal in the bag, squeezing out as much air as possible. Refrigerate at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight.
• When ready to cook, move the pork to the counter to bring it to room temperature. Preheat the grill for cooking over medium heat (350 to 400 degrees F).
• Cut the peaches in half crosswise around the pit (not through the stem) for easier release. Twist the halves in opposite directions to release the flesh from the pit. Twist the pit out of the peach, cutting tightly around the pit with a paring knife, if necessary. Drizzle the peaches cut-side up with the remaining 2 teaspoons vinegar.
• Drain off the marinade and sprinkle the pork with 1/4 teaspoon salt. Rub the grill grates lightly with oil and grill the pork until it has nice grill marks and releases easily from the grill, about 8 minutes.
• Turn the pork and cook another 5 minutes. Once more, turn to another side and cook an additional 5 minutes. Remove the pork and cover it loosely with foil. Allow to rest 5 to 10 minutes to let the juices redistribute.
• Meanwhile, place the peaches on the grill cut-sides down and cook until they have nice grill marks, release easily from the grill and are softened, 8 to 10 minutes.
• Sprinkle the pork and peaches with basil and additional salt and pepper to taste. Slice and serve.