Spiced Coconut Sweet Potato

Description
This deliciously spicy and heavy Burmese vegetarian dish is very easy to prepare and cook.
 * Makes 4 servings.

Ingredients

 * 1 onion, chopped
 * 3 garlic cloves, crushed
 * 2 large chile, finely chopped
 * 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
 * 1 teaspoon root ginger, freshly grated
 * salt and black pepper
 * 1 tablespoon soy sauce
 * 240 ml (8 oz) coconut milk
 * 360 ml (12 oz) water
 * 1 tablespoon lemon juice
 * 450 g (1 lb) sweet potato, peeled and sliced

Directions

 * 1) Put all ingredients except the sweet potatoes in a large saucepan.
 * 2) Bring to a boil.
 * 3) Stir.
 * 4) Reduce heat and let simmer for 5 minutes.
 * 5) Add sweet potatoes, stir well and simmer for 20 minutes or until potatoes are soft and tender.