Description
Asaro, or Yam Porridge, is a traditional Yoruba dish made by cooking yam chunks in a seasoned tomato-pepper sauce until soft and creamy. In this vegetarian version, hearty vegetables like spinach (ugu), bell peppers, and sometimes carrots or green beans are added for extra nutrition and color. The dish starts with a base of blended tomatoes, red bell peppers, onions, and scotch bonnets sautéed in palm oil. Yam cubes are added and allowed to absorb the spicy, fragrant flavors as they soften. As the yam breaks down slightly, it thickens the dish into a rich porridge. Near the end of cooking, fresh ugu leaves are stirred in, infusing the meal with a leafy, earthy finish. This version omits crayfish, stockfish, and meat, relying instead on vegetarian bouillon and the natural umami of the vegetables. Asaro is a comfort food staple in many Nigerian households and is perfect for vegetarians seeking hearty, one-pot meals. It’s also a great source of complex carbohydrates, fiber, iron, and vitamins.
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