CURRIED SWEET POTATOES IN COCONUT MILK

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I found this recipe on a site that was promoting an Asian-flavored Thanksgiving. Even though we don't really celebrate the holiday per se, we adore sweet potatoes and we love Indian cuisine, so why limit ourselves? The original recipe called for yams, but I subbed in the sweet potatoes. Feel free to re-sub the yams. I also adapted the recipe a bit to tailor it more to our family's tastes.

Provided by Mirj2338

Categories     Yam/Sweet Potato

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

1 lb sweet potato
1 tablespoon salt
1 onion, peeled
2 inches fresh gingerroot
1 garlic clove
2 -3 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 teaspoon cumin seed (don't even think of substituting ground cumin, it's not going to work, read the directions, you'll s)
2 whole green cardamom pods (if you can get them)
1 bay leaf
4 peppercorns
1 inch cinnamon stick
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1/2 teaspoon garam masala (optional, but again, don't leave it out)
salt, to taste
1/2 cup coconut milk
1/2 cup water
1 tablespoon chopped coriander

Steps:

  • Peel the sweet potatoes and cut them into 1 inch cubes.
  • Place the cubes in a colander and sprinkle liberally with salt.
  • Let stand 10-15 minutes.
  • Steam the potatoes for 10 minutes, until just barely soft. (I do this in the microwave for about 5 minutes).
  • Meanwhile, finely chop the onion, ginger and garlic.
  • Heat the cooking pan over a moderate flame, add the cumin seed, and cook until they begin to splutter.
  • Add the chopped onion, ginger, and garlic.
  • Cook until the onion is a rich golden color.
  • Add all the spices and season with salt to taste.
  • Let this cook while you continue with the sweet potatoes (yes, there's more to do with them).
  • Heat the oil and sauté the already steamed sweet potato cubes until golden brown.
  • Drain on absorbent paper towels. (I skip this step, just more calories.).
  • Pour the coconut milk and water into the pot and bring to a healthy simmer. Let it boil, roil and bubble for a few minutes, then add the yam cubes and onion spice mixture, reduce heat, and simmer, covered, for about 10 minutes or until nearly dry, but still moist.
  • When it's done, transfer to a serving platter. Pick out the bits you don't want (like the bay leaf). I leave in the cinnamon stick, my kids like to fight over it, and I like to watch.
  • Serve hot, garnished with the chopped coriander sprinkled on top.

uchechukwu olivia
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I love how versatile this recipe is.


Katie Ponyah
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal.


Jessica Sika
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This dish is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste.


Premik Chele RS Rayhan
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish.


Prashanna Katuwal
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes.


rajeshkumar
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I've made this dish several times and it always turns out perfectly. It's a keeper!


Samuel Nyoni
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This dish is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids loved the sweet potatoes and the coconut milk sauce.


Idowu Samuel
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I love how versatile this recipe is. You can add different vegetables, proteins, and spices to create your own unique dish.


Mohamed Hajri
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's healthy too.


Sahiem Lockwood
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I'm not a big fan of coconut milk, but I really enjoyed this dish. The flavors were well-balanced and the coconut milk wasn't overpowering.


Aseel Saleh
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This dish is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste. I added a bit of extra curry powder and some chopped cilantro, and it turned out great.


Ameer H. S. Mahdi
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I love the combination of sweet and savory in this dish. The sweet potatoes and coconut milk provide sweetness, while the curry powder adds a savory kick.


Adam Spence
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover sweet potatoes. I had some leftover from Thanksgiving, and this was a delicious way to use them up.


bryain dance rwanda
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I followed the recipe exactly, and the dish turned out perfectly. The flavors of the sweet potatoes, coconut milk, and curry powder blended together beautifully.


Malik Ali Abdullah
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This dish was a hit with my family! The sweet potatoes were tender and flavorful, and the coconut milk sauce was rich and creamy. I will definitely be making this again.


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