For those who want to cook kumara in a different mouthwatering style, this sweet kumara with mushrooms recipe will serve the best meal time.
Ingredients:
- 2 kumara, scrubbed, trimmed
- 2 teaspoons rice bran oil or other oil
- 1 1/2 cups Swiss brown mushrooms
- 1/2 teaspoon dried mixed herbs
- 1/2 x 400g can chickpeas, drained, rinsed
- 1/2 x 400g can chopped tomatoes
- fresh basil, to garnish
Method:
Step 1 Heat oven to 200°C. Prick kumara several times with a fork, then microwave each kumara on high for 8 minutes, turning once until tender.
Step 2 Meanwhile, heat oil in a non-stick pan. Add mushrooms and herbs. Cook over a high heat until mushrooms are tender.
Step 3 Add chickpeas and tomatoes. Heat through.
Step 4 Place kumara in oven and roast for 15 minutes until skins start to crisp. Split open and spoon over mushroom and tomato topping. Garnish with fresh basil. Serve with a green salad.