Porridge yam
__notoc__ Yam porridge is a traditional Nigerian dish made by cooking yam pieces in a seasoned sauce until they become soft and slightly mashed. It is enjoyed throughout Nigeria in several regional variations and is commonly served as a main meal, often with fish, meat, or vegetables.
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Ingredients
- 1 medium tuber / about 1 kg Yam
- ½ cup Palm oil
- 1 Onion
- 2 Tomatoes
- 1–2 pepper
- 2 tbsp Ground crayfish
- 1 tsp Calt
- 2 Seasoning cubes
- 4 cups Water or stock
- 1 cup Fish (optional)
- 1 cup Leafy vegetables (optional)
Method
- Peel the yam and cut it into medium-sized cubes.
- Wash the yam thoroughly and set aside.
- Place the yam in a pot and add enough water to slightly cover it.
- Add chopped onions, pepper, and salt.
- Bring to a boil and cook until the yam starts to soften.
- Stir gently to begin breaking some of the yam pieces.
- Add palm oil and allow it to cook further while stirring occasionally.
- Add ground crayfish and seasoning cubes.
- Continue cooking until the yam becomes soft and thickens into a porridge-like consistency.
- Add fish or vegetables if using and mix gently.
- Simmer for a few more minutes until well combined.
- Serve hot.