I like the surprising blend of sweet potato with ginger and chili pepper.

　　

Ingredients

serves 6

　　2 onions, chopped

　　2 tablespoons vegetable or extra-virgin olive oil

　　2 cloves garlic, crushed

　　3 tomatoes, peeled and chopped

　　1/2 teaspoon ginger

　　2 pounds sweet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes

　　Pinch of ground chili pepper (optional)

　　Salt

　　

Step 1

Fry the onions in the oil till soft. Add garlic, and when the aroma rises, add the tomatoes and ginger.

　　

Step 2

Put in the sweet potatoes and add 1 1/2 cups water—or enough to half-cover the potatoes. Add chili pepper and salt. Cook, uncovered, for 15 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender and the liquid has almost disappeared, turning the potatoes over.

　　

Step 3

Serve hot or cold.

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