Fried Yam
May 18, 2026
Crispy golden fried yam slices, a popular West African snack or side dish, typically served with spicy pepper sauce or eggs.
- Prep 15min
- Cook 20min
- Total 35min
- Yield 4 servings
Ingredients
- 1 medium yam tuber
- Vegetable oil for deep frying
- Salt to taste
- Freshly ground black pepper (optional)
- Cayenne pepper or chili flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Peel the yam and cut it into thick or medium-sized slices or sticks.
- Rinse the yam pieces in cold water to remove excess starch, then pat dry thoroughly.
- Season lightly with salt and optional spices.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to medium-high temperature.
- Fry the yam pieces in batches until golden brown and crisp on the outside, about 5–7 minutes per batch.
- Remove and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Serve hot, optionally with spicy pepper sauce, eggs, or a dipping sauce of choice.
Notes
This recipe is inspired by a passage from passage from Stay With Me by Ayọ̀bámi Adébáyọ̀. It is AI-generated and shared for entertainment, culinary inspiration, and reading enjoyment. Please use your own judgment and experience when preparing it.