Traditional Cooking Recipe ll unique Yanmoda with Shea butter oil !! African hidden traditional FOOD

palm oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil provides healthier fats while vegetable oil is often less expensive.

fish

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: canned tuna

Tofu is a plant-based protein while canned tuna is a cost-effective option.

vegetables

🥗Healthier: leafy greens

💰Cheaper: frozen mixed vegetables

Leafy greens are nutrient-dense while frozen veggies are budget-friendly.

spices

🥗Healthier: fresh herbs

💰Cheaper: dried herbs

Fresh herbs enhance flavor without added calories, while dried herbs are often cheaper.

Peel and chop yam into chunks.

Boil yam in water until tender, about 20-25 minutes.

Drain the yam and return to pot.

Mash the yam until smooth, adding water as needed.

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

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

Add garlic and ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Incorporate fish and vegetables, cooking until heated through.

Mix the sautéed ingredients into the mashed yam.

Season with salt, pepper, and lime juice to taste.

Serve hot, garnished with scallions.

Cooking Techniques

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