How to prepare Yamarita or fried puna yam at home
HOW TO PREPARE YAMARITA
How to prepare Yamarita
INTRODUCTION
Yamarita is a delicious crispy coated fries made from African puna yam.
Firstly, It is a simple dish, yet its results are tasty and fascinating.
It’s a twist from the traditional fried yam we grew up with.
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HOW TO PREPARE YAMARITA
RECIPES TO USE
Puna yam-1.
Flour-3/4cup.
Thus, Kenyan pepper-3tbsp.
Salt-a pinch.
Garlic powder-1tsp.
Curry powder-1/4tsp.
Thyme-1/4tsp.
Black pepper-1/4tsp.
Thirdly, Seasoning cube-a pinch (optional).
Then vegetable oil for frying-1cup.
Eggs-2
HOW TO PREPARE YAMARITA
Procedures to follow
However, cut out the quantity of yam you want, then slice the yam to about an inch thick or thereabout.
Still, take each cut yam and Peel, after peeling, cut into size able rectangles (not too thick nor too light).
HOW TO PREPARE FRIED PUNA YAM
And Rinse the yam immediately because it turns brown easily.
Besides, Drain up the water and put them into a pot and add a little salt and water to it.
Also, leave the yam to boil for about 7-10 minutes to under cook before frying.
After step 4, transfer the yam into a bowl of cold water to stop the cooking process.
For instance, In a bowl, crack in two eggs, add some Kenyan pepper and whisk, then set that aside.
Yet, In another bowl, pour in the flour, add garlic powder, curry powder, thyme, black pepper, salt, seasoning cubes and mix together.
Nevertheless, take the yam one at a time, and dredge in the egg first, coat in the flour mixture and place it on a plate.
Furthermore, Preheat the oil in a pan, place the yam inside the oil one at a time.
Again, fry until the desired brown is achieved.
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Finally, remove from heat and serve with any sauce of your choice.
Eventually, if you haven’t tasted the yamarita or fried Puna yam before, you’re missing.
In conclusion, yamarita is good for the health and refreshments of the body.
Plus, follow the procedures and recipe used to prepare yamarita or fried puna yam listed above.
Sometimes mother’s can prepare it for their children and husband as breakfast in the morning.
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