Cookbook:Boiled Cocoyam

Boiled cocoyam, also known as lambo (Yoruba), gwaza (Hausa), and akasi (Igbo) is a typical Nigerian food. It is believed to have a richer taste and higher nutritional value than yam.

Ingredients

 * Cocoyam
 * Water
 * Salt

Procedure

 * 1) Wash the cocoyam to remove dirt from the surface, and cut into smaller pieces without peeling.
 * 2) Transfer cocoyam to a pot, and cover with water.
 * 3) Add a pinch of salt, and simmer for several minutes until tender.
 * 4) Drain the cocoyam, and remove the peel.
 * 5) Serve with garden egg stew, egg sauce, or fried pepper.