Cookbook:Amala (Yoruba Yam Swallow)

Àmàlà is a preparation native to the Yoruba people of Nigeria. It is made out of yam flour, cassava flour, and/or unripe plantain flour. It can be served with a variety of soups, such as efo riro, okro (ila), ewedu soup, ogbono, or gbegiri (black-eyed beans soup).

Ingredients

 * Yam flour
 * Water

Equipment

 * Pot
 * Turning stick
 * Spatula

Procedure

 * 1) Heat water in a pot and bring to boil.
 * 2) Pour and stir the yam flour, mixing continuously to avoid lumps.
 * 3) Adjust the amount of water or yam flour to get your desired consistency.
 * 4) Stir well, cover, and cook for about 10 minutes.
 * 5) Serve with soups.