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Amala (Yoruba Yam Swallow)

Àmàlà is a preparation native to the Yoruba people of Nigeria. It is made out of yam flour, cassava flour, and/or unripe plantain flour. It can be served with a variety of soups, such as efo riro, okro (ila), ewedu soup, ogbono, or gbegiri (black-eyed beans soup).

Suits: Vegetarian, Pescatarian. Allergens named in the ingredients: Gluten, Milk. Flags come from what shops, restaurants and cooks list and from the ingredient names. Always check the label. This is not medical advice.

Ingredients

  • 1 liter water
  • 2 milk tins of yam flour

Method

  1. Heat water in a pot and bring to boil.
  2. Gradually stir in the yam flour, mixing continuously to avoid lumps. You should get a smooth paste or dough.
  3. Adjust the amount of water or yam flour to get your desired consistency.
  4. Stir well, cover, and cook on low heat for about 10 minutes.
  5. Serve with soups.