Yam Pottage Porridge Asaro Recipe

Recipe By Slurrp

Yam Pottage Porridge, also known as Asaro, is a popular Nigerian dish made with yam, vegetables, and spices. It is a hearty and flavorful one-pot meal that is perfect for cold weather or anytime you crave a comforting dish. The yam is cooked until soft and then mashed to create a thick and creamy base. It is then seasoned with onions, peppers, and other spices for added flavor. The addition of vegetables like spinach or ugwu (pumpkin leaves) adds color and nutrients to the dish. Asaro is typically served hot and can be enjoyed on its own or with a side of protein like fish or meat.

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55minstotal
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40minsCook
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Ingredients for Yam Pottage Porridge Asaro Recipe

  • 1/2 Medium Sized Yam
  • 2 cup Water
  • As required Salt To Taste
  • 1 tablespoon Oil
  • 1/2 Onion, Chopped
  • 1 cloves Cloves Garlic, Minced
  • 1/2 Bell Pepper, Chopped
  • as per your need Optional: Chopped Vegetables Like Spinach Or Ugwu
  • as required Optional: Smoked Fish Or Meat
  • as per your need Optional: Additional Spices Or Seasonings Like Curry Powder Or Thyme

Directions: Yam Pottage Porridge Asaro Recipe

Cooking Directions

  • STEP 1.Peel and cut the yam into small cubes.
  • STEP 2.In a pot, add the yam cubes, water, and salt. Bring to a boil and cook until the yam is soft and easily mashed.
  • STEP 3.Using a wooden spoon or masher, mash the yam until it forms a thick and creamy consistency.
  • STEP 4.In a separate pan, heat oil and sauté onions, garlic, and peppers until fragrant.
  • STEP 5.Add the sautéed mixture to the mashed yam and stir well to combine.
  • STEP 6.Add in any additional spices or seasonings of your choice, such as curry powder or thyme.
  • STEP 7.If desired, add in chopped vegetables like spinach or ugwu and cook until wilted.
  • STEP 8.Simmer the pottage for a few more minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
  • STEP 9.Serve the Yam Pottage Porridge hot and enjoy as a main dish or with a side of protein like fish or meat.

Cooking Tips

  • To enhance the flavor, you can add smoked fish or meat to the pottage.
  • For a creamier texture, you can blend a portion of the cooked yam before adding it back to the pot.
  • Adjust the amount of spices and seasonings according to your taste preferences.
  • Feel free to add other vegetables like carrots or bell peppers for added color and texture.

Storage and Serving

  • Yam Pottage Porridge can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
  • Reheat the pottage on the stovetop or in the microwave before serving.
  • Serve the pottage hot as a main dish or as a side with grilled fish or meat.
Nutrition
value
157
calories per serving
2 g Fat8 g Protein26 g Carbs15 g FiberOther

Current Totals

  • Fat
    2g
  • Protein
    8g
  • Carbs
    26g
  • Fiber
    15g

MacroNutrients

  • Carbs
    26g
  • Protein
    8g
  • Fiber
    15g

Fats

  • Fat
    2g

Vitamins & Minerals

  • Calcium
    94mg
  • Iron
    6mg
  • Vitamin A
    2623mcg
  • Vitamin B1
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B2
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B3
    2mg
  • Vitamin B6
    < 1mg
  • Vitamin B9
    202mcg
  • Vitamin B12
    0mcg
  • Vitamin C
    186mg
  • Vitamin E
    2mg
  • Copper
    < 1mcg
  • Magnesium
    145mg
  • Manganese
    < 1mg
  • Phosphorus
    131mg
  • Selenium
    9mcg
  • Zinc
    2mg
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. All nutritional information presented are estimates and not meant to substitute professional dietary advice or treatment
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Recipe By Slurrp