Elephant Yam Fry
Veg
Vegan
A simple yet flavorful dish where elephant yam is sliced and fried with aromatic spices, making it a perfect side dish.
Cuisines
Coorgi
Best for
Lunch
Dinner
Recipe
Prep: 15 min
Cook: 20 min
Total: 35 min
2-3 servings
Ingredients
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250 grams | Elephant Yam , peeled and diced |
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1 teaspoon | Turmeric powder |
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1 teaspoon | Red chili powder |
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1 teaspoon | Coriander powder |
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1/2 teaspoon | Black pepper powder |
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1 tablespoon | Rice flour |
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1 tablespoon | Corn flour |
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2 tablespoons | Coconut oil |
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— | Salt , to taste |
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1 tablespoon | Lemon juice |
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1 tablespoon | Cilantro , finely chopped |
Instructions
- 1 Peel and slice the elephant yam into thin, even slices.
- 2 In a mixing bowl, combine turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, black pepper powder, rice flour, corn flour, and salt.
- 3 Add the yam slices to the bowl and toss them well to coat evenly with the spice mixture.
- 4 Drizzle lemon juice over the coated yam slices and mix again.
- 5 Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.
- 6 Once the oil is hot, add the coated yam slices in a single layer.
- 7 Fry the yam slices until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides, flipping occasionally.
- 8 Remove the fried yam slices and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
- 9 Garnish with finely chopped coriander leaves before serving.
Tips
Ensure the yam slices are evenly coated with spices for a consistent flavor.