Sweet Potato Grilled Cheese Sandwich
This Sweet Potato Grilled Cheese is the ultimate comfort food mashup, featuring golden brown sweet potato slices, crunchy walnuts and gooey vegan cheese. Packed with rich flavors, this delicious veggie sandwich satisfies all your cravings and the recipe is super easy-to-follow. It's the perfect cozy meal!
Equipment
- cast iron skillet
- Griddle pan
- Mandoline slicer
- Lid
- sharp knife
- small bowl
- spatula
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 cup Walnuts (approx 120g) roughly chopped
- 1 tablespoon Tamari soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon Smoked paprika powder
- 2 cloves Garlic minced
- 1 handful Fresh spinach (approx 60g)
- 1 teaspoon Vegan butter
- 2 large Sweet potatoes peeled & cut into ¼-inch slices
- Salt and pepper
- 4-5 slices Vegan cheese slices
- Fresh chives to serve
Instructions
- Heat 1 teaspoon of olive oil in a cast iron skillet over medium-low heat. Add 120g of roughly chopped walnuts and fry them, stirring regularly for 5 minutes. Pour in 1 tablespoon of tamari soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of maple syrup, and ½ teaspoon of smoked paprika powder. Cook for an additional 2 minutes, then remove from the heat. Set aside.
- In the same skillet, add 2 cloves of minced garlic and a handful of fresh spinach. Cook until the spinach is wilted. Remove from the pan and set aside for later.
- Melt 1 teaspoon of vegan butter in the skillet. Arrange 2 large sweet potatoes, cut into ¼-inch slices, in a single layer. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cook the sweet potatoes for about 10 minutes, flipping regularly until they are tender and golden brown on both sides.
- Reduce the heat and place 4-5 vegan cheese slices on half of the sweet potato slices. Top these with the walnut mince and spinach. Drizzle a small amount of water into the skillet and immediately cover with a lid to help the cheese melt.
- Once the cheese has melted, top each loaded sweet potato slice with another sweet potato slice. Remove from the skillet. Garnish with fresh chives before serving.
Notes
- Serving Suggestions: Serve these Sweet Potato Grilled Cheese sandwiches while they are hot for the best flavor. They pair well with ketchup or a hearty bowl of tomato soup. A sprinkle of fresh chives adds a nice touch of color and freshness.
- Storage: If you have leftovers, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Reheating Tips: To reheat, use a skillet over medium heat or an oven at 350°F for about 10 minutes. Alternatively, you can microwave them; cover with a damp paper towel and heat for 30 seconds to a minute.
- Additional Tips:
- Ensure your sweet potato slices are cut evenly to cook uniformly.
- Use a lid when melting the cheese to ensure even melting.
- For added flavor, consider adding a pinch of your favorite herbs to the walnut mixture.