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Yam Fries

Crispy white yam batons deep fried to golden perfection and tossed with garlic cayenne spice.

27 minEasyServes 4260 cal/serving

West AfricanSideStovetopVeganVegetarianHigh FiberHalal-friendlyGluten-FreeNut-FreeDairy-FreeSoy-FreeEgg-FreeSesame-FreePork-FreeAlcohol-Free

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Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs African white yam, peeled, sliced
  • 2 cups vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp fine sea salt
  • 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp garlic powder

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a small bowl, mix 1 tsp fine sea salt, 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper, and 1/2 tsp garlic powder.

  2. 2

    Heat 2 cups vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat until hot.

  3. 3

    Add 1.5 lbs peeled, sliced African white yam to the skillet and fry for 8 to 10 minutes until golden and crisp.

  4. 4

    Remove fries with a slotted spoon, drain on paper towels, and toss immediately with the spice mix.

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Questions

What should Yam Fries look like when it is ready?

Go by the cues in the method rather than the clock. Step 3: cook until golden and crisp.

Can I make Yam Fries less spicy?

Yes. The heat in Yam Fries comes from 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper. For a milder plate, halve the cayenne; nothing else in the method changes.

How many calories are in Yam Fries?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) is about 260 calories, with 2 g protein, 38 g carbohydrate and 12 g fat, plus 5 g fiber and 580 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

How long does Yam Fries keep?

Refrigerate what is left of Yam Fries within two hours and eat it 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 Yam Fries?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Halved, the yam drops from 1.5 lbs to 0.75 lb; doubled, it is 3 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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