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Ingredients

  • 1 kg yams, washed and cut into thirds
  • 2-3 jalapeno chillies, seeds and membrane removed (wear rubber gloves)
  • 2 cups fresh coriander, roughly chopped
  • 2 shallots, roughly chopped
  • 2 Tbsp cider vinegar
  • 6 Tbsp extra virgin olive oil
  • A few splashes of Thai fish sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste

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Vegetarian Winter Autumn Salad Sides

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HOT AND SPICY GOLDEN YAM SALAD

hot and spicy golden yam

Method

  • In a large saucepan, add enough water to just cover the yams add a generous pinch of salt and bring to the boil, reduce to a simmer and cook until tender (10 minutes)
  • Be careful not to overcook them or they will break up
  • When the yams are done, drain them and spread out over a tray to cool down quickly
  • While the yams are cooking pulse the jalapenos, coriander, shallots and garlic cloves, add the vinegar and oil
  • Taste and add a few drops Thai fish sauce, and freshly ground pepper, taste once again and correct if necessary
  • Put the yams into a bowl and pour over chilli mixture, toss gently and serve
  • Wonderful with some steamed fish

Comments


This dish gives the mighty yam a new lease of life…worth a try!