Nigerian Vegetable Yam Recipe That Will Make Your Taste Buds DANCE!

yam

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: cassava

Sweet potato offers similar texture with added nutrients.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: sunflower oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats.

spinach

🥗Healthier: kale

💰Cheaper: collard greens

Kale is nutrient-dense and often more affordable.

bell pepper

🥗Healthier: zucchini

💰Cheaper: cabbage

Zucchini can be a lower-cost alternative with good texture.

Peel and cut yam into cubes.

Rinse yam under cold water.

Boil yam in a pot with enough water until tender, about 15-20 minutes.

Drain excess water from the yam and set aside.

Heat vegetable oil in a skillet over medium heat until shimmering.

Add diced onions and sauté until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in chopped bell pepper, tomatoes, and scotch bonnet; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.

Add garlic and ginger; sauté for another 2 minutes until fragrant.

Combine the cooked yam with the vegetable mixture in the skillet.

Add seasoning cubes, salt, and bay leaves; mix well.

Pour in water to achieve desired consistency; simmer for 5-10 minutes.

Fold in spinach, carrots, and green peas; cook until vegetables are tender, about 3-5 minutes.

Adjust seasoning if necessary and remove from heat.

Garnish with coriander before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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