Follow these steps for perfect results
Pickled Jalapenos
picked
Lemon juice
Red Chilli powder
Sweet corn
steamed and cooled
Tomato
seeded and finely diced
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Apple cider vinegar
Water
Salt
to taste
Sweet Potatoes
Green Bell Pepper (Capsicum)
finely diced
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
as needed
Red Chilli sauce
as required
Cumin seeds (Jeera)
Cashew nuts
soaked for an hour
Dried oregano
Apple cider vinegar
Onion
finely diced
Black pepper powder
Black beans
cooked
Sugar
Coriander (Dhania) Leaves
chopped
Red Bell pepper (Capsicum)
finely diced
Garlic
finely minced
Lemon zest
optional but preferred
Red wine
Preheat oven to 200 degrees Celsius.
Grease sweet potatoes with olive oil and bake for 45-60 minutes, or until tender.
Soak cashews in water for one hour.
Prepare cashew dressing by combining soaked cashews, apple cider vinegar, lemon juice, lemon zest, water, and salt in a jar.
Whisk together apple cider vinegar, red wine, and olive oil in a small bowl.
Add red chilli powder, cumin powder, dried oregano, sugar, pepper, and clove to the vinegar and red wine mixture and whisk thoroughly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine cooked black beans and chopped vegetables (tomato, bell peppers, onion, sweet corn, jalapenos).
Drizzle the dressing over the salad and mix well.
Create a cavity in each baked sweet potato using a fork.
Fill the sweet potato boats with the salad.
Drizzle with red chilli sauce.
Serve immediately.
Expert advice for the best results
Add smoked paprika for a deeper flavor.
Top with avocado slices for extra creaminess.
Adjust the amount of red chilli powder to your preference.
Everything you need to know before you start
15 mins
The salad can be made ahead of time.
Arrange the sweet potato boats on a platter and garnish with fresh cilantro.
Serve with a side salad.
Enjoy as a light lunch or dinner.
Complements the sweetness and spice.
Refreshing and balances the flavors.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Fusion dish combining Indian spices with American staples.
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