Fried Yam

Name: Fried Yam
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: West African
Ingredients: 2 lbs African white yam, sliced; 4 cups water; 1 tsp fine salt; 3 cups vegetable oil

Crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside, this classic West African staple features salted white yam fried to golden perfection.

30 minEasyServes 4280 cal/serving

West AfricanSideStovetopVeganVegetarianHigh FiberHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeSesame-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-Free

Ingredients

2 lbs African white yam, sliced
4 cups water
1 tsp fine salt
3 cups vegetable oil

Instructions

1

Soak 2 lbs sliced African white yam in a bowl with 4 cups water and 1 tsp fine salt for 10 minutes, then drain completely and pat dry with paper towels.
2

Heat 3 cups vegetable oil in a deep pot over medium-high heat until hot.
3

Carefully add yam in batches to avoid overcrowding.
4

Fry for 8 to 10 minutes until golden brown and tender when pierced with a fork.
5

Transfer yam to a paper towel-lined plate to drain before serving.

Questions

How long does Fried Yam keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Fried 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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