Introduction
Sweet potatoes are more than just a tasty side dish. Packed with nutrients, they’re a powerhouse of health benefits that can elevate your diet and support overall well-being.
Key Benefits of Sweet Potatoes
- Rich in Vitamin A:
Just one medium baked sweet potato provides over 100% of your daily vitamin A needs. This essential nutrient promotes good vision, supports a strong immune system, and ensures healthy skin. - Loaded with Beta-Carotene:
The vibrant orange color of sweet potatoes comes from beta-carotene, an antioxidant that helps protect your body from harmful free radicals. - Supports Vital Organs:
The nutrients in sweet potatoes promote the health of key organs like your heart, kidneys, and lungs, ensuring optimal body function.
Why Include Sweet Potatoes in Your Diet?
Not only are sweet potatoes nutrient-dense, but they’re also versatile. You can bake, mash, roast, or even blend them into soups or desserts. Their natural sweetness adds flavor without needing extra sugar, making them a healthy choice for any meal.
Conclusion
Adding sweet potatoes to your meals is an easy and delicious way to enhance your diet. Whether you enjoy them roasted with a sprinkle of cinnamon or baked as fries, this superfood is a simple step toward a healthier lifestyle.
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Recipe (yields 2-3 servings)
🌱Ingredients
- 1 small head cauliflower, wash & cut into florets & pat dry with paper towels
- 1 small green bell pepper, cubed
- 1/2 small red onion, cubed
- 2 cloves garlic - sliced
- 1/4 cup [40g] dry roasted cashews
- 4 dried Thai chilis/red chilis, softened in hot water & drained
- oil for frying & cooking
🌱Batter
- 3/4 cup [96g] all-purpose flour
- 1/2 - 3/4 cup ice-cold water
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- a few shakes of white pepper
🌱Sauce Mix together 2 tablespoons soy sauce/tamari, 1/2 tablespoon thick dark soy sauce (for color), 1/2 tablespoon sugar & 3 tablespoons Chinese cooking wine/sherry/broth in a bowl & set aside.
✅Place batter ingredients in a large mixing bowl & stir to combine. The batter should be thick like a pancake batter.
✅Dredge florets in batter, shake off excess & fry until golden brown (temperature 375F/190°C & I used a small saucepan). Then drain on paper towels.
✅Alternatively, grease a baking sheet pan with oil, place coated florets on the pan. Brush florets with oil & bake at 485F/
250°C until light golden brown for about 20-25 mins, be sure to flip halfway. For the last few minutes, broil to get a crispier ure (oven time varies)
✅To make the sauce, in a heated non-stick pan with 2 teaspoons oil, sauté onion until translucent. Then add garlic, bell pepper, chili & continue to sauté until fragrant. Slowly pour in the sauce & cook to reduce it slightly. Please adjust the sauce based on the cauliflower's size.
✅Finally, add the cauliflower florets, cashews & quickly toss them with the sauce until all incorporated. Serve with rice for a delicious meal.
*Please be sure to dry florets well before coating or the liquid will slowly thin down
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