Sweet potato

Don’t skip the walnuts, they bring a lovely sharp note to this comforting dish

Papua New Guinea became an independent Commonwealth realm in 1975. Sweet potatoes (kaukau) – one of the island’s most popular ingredients – star in this national dish

A delicious one-pot curry that’s easy to throw together and perfect served straight from the hob with some fluffy rice or warm naan breads

This healthy but hearty pie boasts a high fibre content and fulfils all five of your 5-a-day. Spiced with chipotle for a distinctive smokiness, this plant-based recipe is perfect for relaxed entertaining or a weekend family supper. Serve simply with some wilted kale on the side

Creamy with coconut and zesty with lime, this gratin pairs sweet potato with the more humble turnip for a flavoursome main course or side dish

This 30-minute recipe tops the humble sweet potato with delicious Spanish flavours. While both can be part of a healthy diet, sweet potatoes are higher in vitamins A and C and are less likely to cause a spike in blood sugar levels than normal potatoes

Yassa is a Senegalese dish which can be cooked not only with chicken but also lamb and fish

Leave the skins on your sweet potatoes to take advantage of all their nutritious fibre, vitamins and minerals

Put these speedy lamb burgers on your midweek menu