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DELICIOUS VEGETABLE PORRIDGE YAM WITH CARROT AND BELL PEPPERS
Indulge in the comforting embrace of porridge yam, a wholesome dish that harmoniously blends tender yams with a medley of vibrant vegetables. Rich in essential nutrients and dietary fibre, this hearty stew not only satisfies your taste buds but also supports overall health. Perfect for family meals, it embodies the essence of nourishing, home-cooked goodness.
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients
- Yam: 0.25 medium-sized tuber, peeled and cut into medium cubes
- Tomatoes: 8 medium-sized, diced
- Onions: 2 medium-sized, diced
- Bell Peppers: 2, chopped
- Carrots: 2, sliced
- Spring Onions: A handful, chopped
- Leafy Greens (Pumpkin Leaves): 2 cups, chopped
- Palm Fruit Extract (Banga Water): 2 cups
- Salt: To taste
- Herb mix (sage, cumin and rosemary)
Instructions
- Heat diced tomatoes and onion with medium heat and cook until softened and moisture reduces.
- Season with herbs and salt.
- Pour in the banga water; stir and bring to a boil.
- Adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Add yam cubes to the boiling mixture, ensuring the broth does not cover the yam.
- Cover and simmer for about 30 minutes until yams are tender.
- Add bell peppers, carrots, spring onions, and leafy greens.
- Stir, cover, and cook for an additional 2 minutes.
- Remove from heat.
- Serve hot, pray and enjoy your meal.
Notes
- Palm fruit extract, commonly known as “Banga water”, is a traditional ingredient that imparts a rich, authentic flavour to the stew.
- Except it is a personal preference; submerging yam in broth can be avoided to prevent soggy yam and excess sauce. The broth can be just a little more than half of the yam quantity.
- Adjust the seasoning and salt according to your taste preferences.
- Feel free to customise the vegetable selection based on availability and personal preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 mins
- Category: meal
- Method: Cooking
- Cuisine: African
Keywords: African cuisine, Healthy eating, Plant-based meal, Traditional recipe, Family dinner, Nutritious stew, Comfort food, Vegetarian dish, West African flavors, Wholesome ingredients
