08 March 2009

Caribbean Sweet Potato Salad

I just happened across this recipe. It sounds interesting, and got good reviews, so here it is for future reference and experimentation.

* 1 large russet potato, peeled and quartered
* 1 large sweet potato, peeled and quartered
* 1 cup corn
* 1 teaspoon prepared Dijon-style mustard
* 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
* 3 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
* 1 clove garlic, minced
* 3 tablespoons canola oil
* 1/2 teaspoon salt
* 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
* 1 cucumber, halved lengthwise and chopped
* 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
* 1/4 cup finely chopped peanuts

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DIRECTIONS

1. Place the Russet potato pieces into a large saucepan, and cover with salted water. Bring to a boil, turn the heat down, and simmer for 10 minutes. Add the sweet potato, and cook about 15 minutes more. Remove a piece of each potato, and cut it in half to see if it is cooked enough. Once the potatoes are tender, add corn kernels; cook another 30 seconds. Drain through a colander. Fill the saucepan with cold water, and drop vegetables into water. Cool for 5 minutes, and drain.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together mustard, lime juice, cilantro, and garlic. Slowly whisk in oil. Mix in salt and black pepper.
3. Cut cooled potatoes into 1 inch cubes, and add to dressing along with cucumber, and red onion. Toss well. Serve at room temperature or chilled. Toss the peanuts in just before serving.

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