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Boiled sweet potato with chilli, spicy vegetable dish with coriander
Tender sweet potato cubes seasoned with spicy chilli and green coriander

Boiled Sweet Potato with Chilli and Coriander

Author: Flavelo
Recipes Main Courses
The natural sweetness of sweet potato almost begs for a spicy counterpoint. In this simple yet characterful side dish, the creamy texture of boiled sweet potato meets the heat of chilli and the freshness of coriander. It's a perfect example of how to create exciting flavour harmony from just a few ingredients.
🕒 Prep Time 10 mins
🍳 Cook Time 25 mins
⌛ Total Time 35 mins
🍽️ Servings 4 servings
🔥 Calories 180 kcal
🌍 Cuisine International

Ingredients

Equipment Needed

  • Saucepan with lid
  • Knife and chopping board
  • Colander

Allergen Information

⚠️ Milk (if using butter)

Instructions

1 ✓

Peel the sweet potato and cut into 2-3 cm cubes.

Tip: The more uniform the pieces, the more evenly they will cook.
2 ✓

Place the cubes in a saucepan, cover with plenty of water, add salt, and bring to the boil.

Tip: Start cooking in cold water so the inside of the potato heats up by the time the outside softens.
3 ✓

Cook over a medium heat for 15-20 minutes until the sweet potato is tender (pierce with a knife to check).

Tip: Sweet potato cooks faster than regular potato, so keep an eye on it so it doesn't fall apart.
4 ✓

Drain the water, then return the sweet potato to the hot saucepan. Add the crushed garlic, chilli, pepper and (if using) a little butter.

Tip: The heat of the hot potato is just enough to release the aromas of the raw garlic and spices without burning them.
5 ✓

Gently toss to coat the cubes in the spices. Sprinkle generously with fresh, chopped coriander before serving.

Tip: Only add the coriander at the very end, as heat causes it to quickly lose its fresh taste and colour.

Recipe FAQ

The sweet potato has fallen apart, what should I do?
Don't panic! Mash it with a fork and serve as a spicy mash – it will taste just as delicious.
Can I substitute the fresh coriander?
If you don't like it (many find it soapy), use fresh parsley or spring onion greens.

Ingredients

  • 500 g Sweet potato
  • 1 l Water
  • 1 tsp Chilli powder (or flakes)
  • 2 cloves Garlic
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 pinch Freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 bunch Fresh coriander
  • 1 tbsp Butter or Olive oil (optional, to finish)