How to Make Nigerian Fried Yam & Egg Sauce | Favorite Nigerian Weekend Breakfast

yam

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: plantain

Sweet potato offers similar texture and flavor with fewer calories.

eggs

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chickpeas

Tofu provides protein while being plant-based.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil adds health benefits and flavor.

scotch bonnet pepper

🥗Healthier: jalapeño

💰Cheaper: bell pepper

Jalapeño offers heat with lower intensity.

Peel and cut yam into thick slices.

Rinse yam slices under cold water.

Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium heat until hot.

Fry yam slices until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes per side.

Remove fried yam and drain on paper towels.

In a separate pan, heat a little oil over medium heat.

Sauté chopped onions until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Add diced bell pepper, tomato, and scotch bonnet pepper; cook for 5 minutes.

Stir in seasoning cubes, salt, curry powder, thyme, and black pepper.

Add beaten eggs to the mixture and scramble until cooked through, about 3-4 minutes.

Garnish with chopped green onion and parsley before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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