How To Make African Yam Porridge
A hearty and nutritious Nigerian dish made with yam and spices.
Preparation: 15 minutes
Cooking: 45 minutes
Total: 1 hour
Serves:
Ingredients
- 1 large yam, peeled and cut into chunks
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 can of tomatoes, drained
- 1 tsp ground ginger
- 1 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups of water
- Salt to taste
Instructions
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Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.
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Add onion and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
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Add yam, tomatoes, spices, and water.
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Bring to a boil then reduce heat, cover and simmer until yam is tender.
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Salt to taste and serve hot.
Nutrition
- Calories : 247kcal
- Total Fat : 9g
- Saturated Fat : 1g
- Cholesterol : 0mg
- Sodium : 38mg
- Total Carbohydrates : 40g
- Dietary Fiber : 7g
- Sugar : 4g
- Protein : 3g
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