Boiled Yam And Chicken Stew Recipe | Very Satisfying Meal For Lunch Or Dinner

yam

🥗Healthier: sweet potato

💰Cheaper: potatoes

Sweet potatoes add nutritional value and flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: turkey

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Turkey is leaner, while chicken thighs are more affordable.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is budget-friendly.

seasoning cubes

🥗Healthier: homemade spice blend

💰Cheaper: salt

Homemade blends can reduce sodium and cost.

Peel, cut, and wash the yam thoroughly.

In a pot with boiled water, add salt and the washed yam.

Cover the pot and cook until the yam is soft.

In a separate pot, add vegetable oil and palm oil.

Once the oil is hot, add sliced onions and fry for about 1-2 minutes.

Add a teaspoon of garlic paste and stir for another 2 minutes.

Add blended boiled tomatoes, bell peppers, and scotch bonnet peppers, stirring well.

Season the stew with a teaspoon of thyme, curry powder, and two tablespoons of crayfish powder, along with one seasoning cube.

Cover and allow to cook for about 7 minutes.

Add chicken stock and boiled chicken wings to the stew, stirring to combine.

Cover and cook for an additional 5-6 minutes to merge flavors.

Drain the yam and serve it with the chicken stew.

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