Boiled Yam

Name: Boiled Yam
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: West African
Ingredients: 2 lbs African white yam, sliced; 1 tsp salt; 6 cups water

Simple and hearty boiled white yam slices with a soft, tender texture. A classic staple served plain or alongside savory sauces.

30 minEasyServes 4180 cal/serving

West AfricanSideStovetopVeganVegetarianWhole30High FiberHalal-friendlyKosher-styleGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeShellfish-FreeSesame-FreeLow-SugarPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-FreeLow-Sodium

Ingredients

2 lbs African white yam, sliced
1 tsp salt
6 cups water

Instructions

1

Place 2 lbs sliced African white yam pieces into a large pot.
2

Pour in 6 cups water to completely submerge the pieces and stir in 1 tsp salt.
3

Bring water to a boil over high heat on the stovetop.
4

Reduce heat to medium and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes until tender when pierced with a fork.
5

Drain the remaining liquid and serve hot.

Questions

How long does Boiled Yam keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Boiled Yam?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

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