Ai-rai (Boiled Tubers with Salt)

Instructions

1. Peel the yams or taro with a paring knife, then cut them into large chunks of about 5 cm.
2. Rinse them under cold water to remove excess starch.
3. Bring the water to a boil in a large pot and add the coarse salt.
4. Drop the tuber pieces into the boiling water, then lower the heat to a gentle simmer.
5. Let them cook for 25 to 30 minutes, until a knife blade slides easily through the flesh.
6. Drain and serve hot, drizzled with a little oil and some chili if you like it.