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Pounded Yam

A smooth, stretchy West African staple dish made from boiled white yam pounded into a pillowy dough.

35 minEasyServes 4220 cal/serving

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Ingredients

  • 3 lbs African white yam, peeled, cubed
  • 6 cups water
  • 1 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. 1

    Place 3 lbs peeled, cubed African white yam in a large pot with 1 tsp salt and cover with 6 cups water.

  2. 2

    Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium and cook for 20 minutes until tender.

  3. 3

    Drain cooked African white yam, reserving 1 cup of hot water.

  4. 4

    Transfer African white yam to a heavy mortar or food processor and pound until cohesive.

  5. 5

    Add small splashes of hot water while pounding until a smooth, stretchy dough forms.

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Questions

How much time should I plan for Pounded Yam?

As written, 35 minutes: 15 of prep and 20 of cooking. The longest single stretch is step 2 (20 minutes): "Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce heat to medium and cook for 20 minutes until tender."

What equipment do I need for Pounded Yam?

Beyond a knife and a board, the method uses a food processor (step 4) and a mortar and pestle (step 4). If you do not have one, a sharp knife and patience, or a blender in short pulses, stands in for the food processor.

How many calories are in Pounded Yam?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 220 calories, with 3 g protein, 52 g carbohydrate and 0 g fat, plus 5 g fiber and 150 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Pounded Yam keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Pounded Yam within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop.

Can I halve or double Pounded Yam?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Halved, the yam drops from 3 lbs to 1.5 lbs; doubled, it is 6 lbs. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, 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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