Sesame Sweet Potato Boats

Instructions

1. Prepare the Sweet Potatoes

   3 min hands-on40 min waiting

   • Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
   • Wash and dry the sweet potatoes, then prick them with a fork.
   • Rub the skins with olive oil and sprinkle with salt and black pepper.
   • Place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper and bake for 35-45 minutes until tender.

2. Toast the Sesame Seeds

   4 min hands-on

   • Heat a dry skillet over low heat.
   • Add sesame seeds and toast, stirring frequently, until golden and aromatic, about 3-5 minutes.
   • Remove 2 tablespoons for garnish.

3. Prepare the Sesame Yogurt Sauce

   5 min hands-on

   • Add remaining sesame seeds to a blender and pulse to a sandy texture.
   • Blend with olive oil until smooth and paste-like.
   • Mix sesame paste with Greek yogurt, lime juice, salt, and black pepper.
   • Add water gradually to achieve a drizzle-like consistency.

4. Make the Lime Slaw

   5 min hands-on

   • Thinly slice cabbage, scallions, and soybeans if needed.
   • Combine in a bowl with chopped cilantro, reserving some leaves for garnish.
   • Squeeze lime juice over the mixture, toss well, and season with salt and black pepper.

5. Cook the Spinach

   4 min hands-on

   • Finely chop garlic and heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
   • Sauté garlic for 2-3 minutes until softened.
   • Add spinach and cook until wilted, then season with salt and black pepper.

6. Assemble the Sweet Potato Boats

   3 min hands-on5 min waiting

   • Cool baked sweet potatoes for 5 minutes, then slice in half lengthwise.
   • Fluff the flesh with a fork, sprinkle with salt, and drizzle with olive oil.
   • Fill each half with garlicky spinach.

7. Add the Final Touches

   2 min hands-on

   • Drizzle sesame yogurt sauce over the sweet potatoes.
   • Garnish with reserved sesame seeds and cilantro leaves.
   • Serve with lime slaw.
   • Cooking tips:
   • Be patient while blending sesame seeds for a creamy sauce.
   • Cook spinach just until wilted to retain color and flavor.
   • Serve immediately for contrast between warm sweet potatoes and cool slaw.