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Burmese Sweet Potato and Chickpea Braise (Kyaik-hto Hnyat-thee Hin)
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Instructions
- 1
Heat 2 tablespoons of peanut oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add 1/2 cup minced shallots, 2 tablespoons minced garlic, and 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger, then sauté for 5 minutes until fragrant.
- 2
Stir in 1 teaspoon ground turmeric and cook for 1 minute more, ensuring the spices do not burn.
- 3
Add 4 cups of peeled and 1-inch cubed sweet potatoes and 2 cups of cooked chickpeas to the pot, stirring to coat them evenly with the aromatics.
- 4
Pour in 4 cups of vegetable broth and 3 tablespoons of tamarind paste, then bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
- 5
Cover the pot, reduce the heat to low, and braise for 25 minutes, or until the sweet potatoes are tender, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- 6
Season with 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste, then garnish the braise with 1/4 cup roasted peanuts and 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped, before serving.
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