Cookbook:Yoruba Yam Porridge

Yoruba yam porridge, also known as asaro, is a native food eaten in western Nigeria. It consists of primarily of yam, peppers, meat, and vegetables. It contains dietary fibre, vitamins, and minerals.

Ingredients

 * Yam, peeled
 * Onions, sliced
 * Ground crayfish
 * Dryfish
 * Tomato paste
 * Ground chile pepper
 * Salt
 * Seasoning cubes
 * Palm oil

Procedure

 * 1) Place the yam and sliced onions in a pot, and cover with water.
 * 2) Cover the pot, and boil until the yam is soft.
 * 3) Stir in the ground crayfish, dryfish, tomato paste, and ground pepper.
 * 4) Season with salt and seasoning cubes.
 * 5) Stir in palm oil. Cover and let simmer for about 5–7 minutes.
 * 6) Remove from the heat, and smash the components to your preference.