Sunday, March 8, 2015

Elephant Yam/ Suvarnagadde/ Suran Fry

This is a yummy recipe which goes well as a side dish for any of sambar or dals. Its a simple recipe which can be prepared with less ingredient and in short time.


Ingredients :
  • Yam - 1/4 kg 
  • Masala Powder - 1 tbsp
  • Turmeric Powder - 1/2 tsp
  • Tamarind pulp - 2 tbsp
  • Salt to taste
Method :
  • Remove the skin of yam and slice them and put them in a pan. Cover it with water  and let it come to boil. Add 1 tbsp of tamarind pulp or a small piece of tamarind. And let it cook for 10-15 mins till yam is cooked. Drain and set aside.
  • In a bowl take masala powder, turmeric powder, salt and 1 tbsp tamarind pulp(optional, if you want more tangy flavour). Add water and make a thick paste.
  • To this take yam pieces and coat them all well with the masala. You can directly fry them or store it in fridge. Heat oil in pan. Place yam pieces separately and fry on both sides till golden brown.
  • Drain them on a plate. Yam fry is ready to be served with steamed rice and sambar/ dal or curd rice.

Tips : 
  • Make sure your hand and knife are dry before cutting yam as it would cause itchiness in your hands. Wash your hands well after cutting yam. 
  • Tamarind is a must ingredient in any of yam dishes as it would avoid itchiness in throat.
  • Masala Powder is nothing but equal amount of chili powder and coriander powder.

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