Ground Provisions

Name: Ground Provisions
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Caribbean
Ingredients: 1 lb yellow yam, peeled, cubed; 1 lb yuca root, peeled, cubed; 4 unripe green bananas, peeled, sliced; 1 tsp salt; 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

A hearty platter of simmered tropical root vegetables and green bananas tossed with extra virgin olive oil. This classic side dish is a comforting staple across the Caribbean islands.

40 minEasyServes 4210 cal/serving

CaribbeanSideStovetopVegetarianVeganPaleoHigh FiberHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-FreeLow-SodiumNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

1 lb yellow yam, peeled, cubed
1 lb yuca root, peeled, cubed
4 unripe green bananas, peeled, sliced
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil

Instructions

1

Fill a large pot with water and add 1 tsp salt.
2

Bring the water to a rolling boil over high heat.
3

Add 1 lb peeled, cubed yellow yam, 1 lb peeled, cubed yuca root, and 4 peeled, sliced unripe green bananas to the pot.
4

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

Drain the boiled roots and bananas thoroughly.
6

Transfer to a serving platter and drizzle with 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil before serving.

Questions

How long does Ground Provisions keep?

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

Can I halve or double Ground Provisions?

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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