Yam Pottage Recipe
Nigerian · Main course · 55 min total
Yam Pottage is a hearty West African stew made with yam, tomatoes, and spices, often enjoyed as a main course. This recipe delivers a rich, comforting dish perfect for family meals.
15
min prep
min prep
40
min cook
min cook
4
servings
servings
350
kcal/serving
kcal/serving
Ingredients
- 1 kg yam (peeled and cut into chunks)
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 onion (chopped)
- 2 tomatoes (blended)
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 2 scotch bonnet peppers (chopped, adjust to taste)
- 1 teaspoon ground crayfish
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
- 1 cube bouillon (optional)
- 2 cups water
- Fresh spinach or ugwu leaves (handful, chopped)
Instructions
- Peel and cut yam into 2-inch chunks. Rinse and set aside.
- Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat. Add chopped onion and sauté until translucent.
- Add blended tomatoes, tomato paste, and scotch bonnet peppers. Cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens and oil separates.
- Stir in ground crayfish, smoked paprika, salt, and bouillon cube. Cook for 2 minutes.
- Add yam chunks and water. Stir to combine. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until yam is tender.
- Add chopped spinach or ugwu leaves, stir gently, and cook for 2 more minutes. Adjust seasoning if needed.
- Remove from heat and let rest for 5 minutes before serving.
Tips
- Serve hot with fried plantains or crusty bread.
- For a richer flavor, use palm oil instead of vegetable oil.
- Add cooked fish or meat for a protein boost.
- Store leftovers in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
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