Elephant Yam Fry

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Ingredients

250 grams	elephant yam
1 teaspoon	turmeric powder
1 teaspoon	red chili powder
1 teaspoon	coriander powder
1/2 teaspoon	black pepper powder
1 tablespoon	rice flour
1 tablespoon	corn flour
2 tablespoons	coconut oil
—	salt to taste
1 tablespoon	lemon juice
1 tablespoon	finely chopped coriander leaves

Instructions

1. 1 Peel and slice the elephant yam into thin, even slices.
2. 2 In a mixing bowl, combine turmeric powder, red chili powder, coriander powder, black pepper powder, rice flour, corn flour, and salt.
3. 3 Add the yam slices to the bowl and toss them well to coat evenly with the spice mixture.
4. 4 Drizzle lemon juice over the coated yam slices and mix again.
5. 5 Heat coconut oil in a pan over medium heat.
6. 6 Once the oil is hot, add the coated yam slices in a single layer.
7. 7 Fry the yam slices until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides, flipping occasionally.
8. 8 Remove the fried yam slices and place them on a paper towel to drain excess oil.
9. 9 Garnish with finely chopped coriander leaves before serving.