Yams with Ginger and Scallions

Name: Yams with Ginger and Scallions
Ingredients: 4 large yams (3 1⁄2-4 lbs.), peeled and cut into thick rounds; Kosher salt, to taste; 6 tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil; 16 cloves garlic, thinly sliced; 8 large shallots, thinly sliced; 8 scallions, cut crosswise into 1″ pieces; 4 jalapeños, cored, seeded, and thinly sliced; 1 (5″) piece ginger, peeled and cut into paper-thin matchsticks; Freshly ground black pepper, to taste; 2 cups lightly packed basil leaves, coarsely chopped; 6 tbsp. fresh lime juice