Grilled Eggplant Seasoned with Coconut, Lime, and Tahini

Grilled Eggplant Seasoned with Coconut, Lime, and Tahini

Craving something exotic yet utterly scrumptious? Here's a simple vegan recipe for Roasted Purple Yam with Coconut, Lime, and Tahini. It's a mouthwatering symphony of flavors that you can whip up in no time!

Yield: 2 to 4 servingsTotal: 35 minActive: 10 min

Ingredients (7)

• 2 medium purple yams (ube) or purple Japanese yams, peeled and cubed
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (optional for garnish)
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 tbsp tahini
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper

Instructions

1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a large rimmed baking sheet with parchment paper.
2. Season the Yams: In a large bowl, combine the cubed yams, coconut oil, salt, and black pepper. Toss until the yams are evenly coated with the oil.
3. Roast the Yams: Spread the yams out in a single layer on the baking sheet. Roast in the preheated oven for about 35-40 minutes, stirring halfway through, or until the yams are tender and slightly caramelized.
4. Prepare the Coconut Lime Sauce: While the yams are roasting, mix the lime juice with a pinch of salt until dissolved. In a separate bowl, combine the tahini with a tablespoon of water (add more if needed). Stir in the lime juice mixture until well combined.
5. Toss with Tahini Sauce: Once the yams are done, remove them from the oven and toss them gently with the tahini sauce until the yams are well coated.
6. Serve: Serve the roasted yams hot, garnished with cilantro if desired. You can serve this dish as a side or add it to grain bowls or salads for a nutritious and flavorful meal.

Note: If you fancy a creamier finish, drizzle a bit of coconut milk on top. Adjust the tahini sauce consistency as desired, and feel free to toss in some smoked paprika or dried herbs like oregano. Enjoy this vibrant, flavorsome dish that blends the sweetness of purple yams with the richness of coconut and tahini!

1. The exotic Roasted Purple Yam recipe, categorized as 'Recipes', offers a symphony of flavors, including coconut, lime, and tahini, and is vegan.
2. It's important to note that this recipe requires 2 medium purple yams or purple Japanese yams, which are uncategorized ingredients.
3. In the process of preparing the Tahini Sauce, 2 tablespoons of tahini and lime juice are combined to add a unique twist to the nutrition of the dish.
4. This Roasted Purple Yam with Coconut, Lime, and Tahini recipe, served hot as a side, can also be added to grain bowls or salads to further boost its nutritional value.

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