Chena Masala (Yam Masala)

Ingredients

Chena (yam)           450g

Water                     1 1/2 cup

Salt, to taste

Turmeric powder    1/4 tsp

Grated coconut      1 cup

Garlic                    1 clove

Chili powder          1/2 tsp

Cumin powder       1/4 tsp

Yoghurt                 1 1/2 tbsp

Oil                        1 1/2 tbsp

Mustard seeds       1/2 tsp

Big red onion        1

Whole red chilly   1

Curry leaves

Preparation

Cut yam into 2" pieces and cook in boiling water with salt and turmeric powder on low flame (for about 20 minutes). Stir occasionally to prevent charring.

Grind coconut, garlic, chili powder and cumin powder into a smooth paste and combine with yoghurt.

Add to yam and heat for a minute. Pour in some water if it's too dry.

Heat oil in a pan and drop in mustard seeds. Once it pops, add onion, curry leaves and red chili. Sauté until the onion turns golden brown. Add to the yam and masala is ready.

Enjoy as side dish for rice or chappati. Thank you :)