Salteño de Boniato (Shakkariya Nu Shaak)

Ingredientes

• 500 g sweet potato (peeled and cubed)
• 2 tbsp oil
• 1 tsp cumin seeds
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 1/4 cup roasted peanuts (coarsely chopped)
• 1 to 2 green chillis (cut thin slices or mince)
• 1 tsp ginger (grated or minced)
• 1/4 tsp red chilli powder
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tbsp lemon juice
• 2 tbsp fresh coriander (chopped)

Preparación

1. 1

   Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into small cubes. Soak them in the water till required.

2. 2

   Heat oil in a wide pan over medium heat.

3. 3

   Drain out the water from the sweet potatoes.

4. 4

   When the oil becomes hot, add the cumin and sesame seeds.

5. 5

   Add the ginger and green chillis.

6. 6

   Saute for a few seconds.

7. 7

   Add the chopped peanuts. Stir fry for 1 minute.

8. 8

   Add the chopped sweet potatoes.

9. 9

   Add salt and mix it well.

10. 10

    Cover the pan and cook the sweet potatoes over low heat till done.

11. 11

    Sweet potatoes cook fast so may take 5-7 minutes.

12. 12

    Stir occasionally and don't overcook the sweet potatoes as they may become mushy..

13. 13

    When the potatoes are cooked, add lemon juice, mix gently.

14. 14

    Garnish with chopped fresh coriander and serve immediately with hot chappatis or parathas.