Sweet Potato in Coconut Milk - Viazi Tamu vya Nazi - East African Sweet Potato Dessert

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: light coconut milk

💰Cheaper: almond milk

Light coconut milk reduces calories while almond milk is more affordable.

sweet potatoes

🥗Healthier: butternut squash

💰Cheaper: regular potatoes

Butternut squash offers similar sweetness with fewer calories.

vegetable broth

🥗Healthier: homemade vegetable stock

💰Cheaper: water

Homemade stock enhances flavor without added cost.

green chili

🥗Healthier: bell pepper

💰Cheaper: jalapeño

Bell pepper provides sweetness without heat, while jalapeño is more affordable.

Cut sweet potatoes thinly lengthways.

In a pot, heat ghee or butter.

Add sweet potatoes and sauté briefly.

Pour in coconut milk and water.

Stir in sugar and green cardamom powder.

Bring to a simmer and cook until sweet potatoes are tender.

Cooking Techniques

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