African Yam Recipes:
- Nigerian Yam Porridge: A hearty dish made with yams, vegetables, and spices, often cooked in a rich tomato-based sauce.
- Ghanaian Yam and Plantain Stew: A flavorful stew combining yams, ripe plantains, and protein like fish or chicken.
- Cameroonian Eru: A traditional Cameroonian dish featuring yam, leafy vegetables, and spices in a flavorful sauce.
- Ivorian Attiéké with Grilled Yam: Attiéké, a popular Ivorian side dish made from cassava, pairs wonderfully with grilled yams.
- Senegalese Mafé with Yam: Mafé, a peanut-based stew, complements yams for a hearty and nutritious meal.
Southeast Asian Yam Recipes:
- Thai Yam Pla Muk: A zesty Thai salad made with yam, squid, fresh herbs, and a tangy dressing.
- Indonesian Bagedil: Fried yam and potato patties, often served as a side dish or snack in Indonesia.
- Filipino Ginataang Ube: A sweet Filipino dessert made with purple yam, coconut milk, and sticky rice.
- Vietnamese Khoai Lang Xao Toi: A simple Vietnamese stir-fry featuring yams, garlic, and fish sauce.
- Malaysian Yam Cake (Orh Kuih): A savory Malaysian dish made from yam cubes and rice flour, often steamed and then pan-fried.
- Singaporean Yam Abacus Seeds (Suan Pan Zi): Chewy yam dumplings tossed with mushrooms, dried shrimp, and other ingredients.
African Yam Recipes:
- South African Baked Yams: Yams baked with spices and herbs, a simple yet flavorful dish.
- Moroccan Yam Tagine: Yams stewed with aromatic spices, dried fruits, and vegetables in a traditional Moroccan tagine.
- Tanzanian Mtori: A Tanzanian dish featuring boiled yams served with a rich peanut sauce.
- Kenyan Sukuma Wiki with Yam: Yam added to sukuma wiki, a popular Kenyan collard greens dish.
- Ethiopian Dinich Alicha: A mild Ethiopian stew made with yams, carrots, and turmeric.
Southeast Asian Yam Recipes:
- Cambodian Num Kom (Yam Cakes): Savory Cambodian cakes made from grated yam, rice flour, and coconut milk.
- Burmese Yam Curry: A Burmese curry featuring yams, often cooked with spices and coconut milk.
- Laotian Or Lam: A traditional Laotian stew with yams, vegetables, and sometimes meat, cooked with fragrant herbs.
- Bruneian Serondeng: Grated yam cooked with coconut and spices, creating a sweet and savory side dish.
- Timorese Kafa Damur: A Timorese dish made from yams, often mashed and served with spicy sauce.
African Yam Recipes:
- Nigerian Yam Fufu: A staple in Nigerian cuisine, yam fufu is a dough-like side dish served with soups and stews.
- Egyptian Yam Kebabs: Yam cubes threaded onto skewers and grilled or roasted with spices.
- Sudanese Mashalla: A Sudanese dish combining yams with vegetables and spices, often served with bread.
- Zambian Ifisashi: Yams cooked in a savory peanut sauce, a common dish in Zambian households.
- Angolan Yam Vatapá: Yams cooked in a rich sauce made from ground nuts, coconut milk, and spices.
Southeast Asian Yam Recipes:
- Thai Yum Mun Sen: A Thai salad featuring yams and glass noodles, tossed with lime and fish sauce.
- Indonesian Ubi Goreng: Indonesian-style fried yam, often served as a snack.
- Filipino Camote Que: Deep-fried sweet potato and yam slices coated in caramelized sugar.
- Vietnamese Canh Khoai Mon: A Vietnamese soup made with yam, pork, and fragrant herbs.
- Malaysian Yam Curry Laksa: A spicy Malaysian curry laksa soup with yams and other ingredients.
African Yam Recipes:
- Ghanaian Kelewele: A spicy Ghanaian snack made from fried yam cubes seasoned with ginger and spices.
- Kenyan Matoke: Yams cooked with plantains, tomatoes, and spices, popular in Kenyan cuisine.
- Nigerian Yam Pancakes: A twist on traditional pancakes, made with grated yams and spices.
- Senegalese Ceebu Yapp: A Senegalese rice dish often accompanied by yams and various meats.
- South African Yam Bobotie: Yams baked with minced meat, spices, and an egg-based topping.
Southeast Asian Yam Recipes:
- Thai Khao Soi: A Northern Thai curry soup with yams, coconut milk, and aromatic spices.
- Indonesian Ubi Talam: Indonesian steamed yam cake, often enjoyed as a snack or dessert.
- Filipino Halo-Halo: A popular Filipino dessert featuring a mixture of sweet ingredients, including yam (ube) ice cream.
- Vietnamese Banh Cam: Deep-fried sesame balls filled with sweet yam paste, enjoyed as a dessert.
- Malaysian Yam Bubur Cha Cha: A colorful Malaysian dessert soup with yams, sweet potatoes, and coconut milk.
- Singaporean Yam Paste Dessert (Orh Nee): A traditional dessert made from yam paste, often served during festivals.