Puna Yam Box - Fresh White Yam for Pounding & Boiling

Description

Puna Yam Box is fresh whole white yam (Puna yam), the same tuber used to make hand-pounded iyan, yam porridge (asaro), yam chips and ikokore. Peel, boil and pound, or boil and roast for a hearty, traditional West African meal.

How to prepare

• Peel away the rough outer skin and cut into chunks.
• Rinse thoroughly, then boil in salted water for 25-40 minutes until soft enough to pierce easily with a knife.
• For pounded yam: pound the boiled chunks until smooth and stretchy, or blend in batches with a little water.
• For asaro (yam porridge): simmer the chunks with palm oil, pepper, onion and crayfish until soft and slightly mashed.

Storage

• Store whole, unpeeled yam in a cool, dry, dark place — not the fridge — for up to 2-3 weeks.
• Once peeled or cut, keep in water in the fridge and use within 1-2 days.

Frequently asked

How long does whole yam keep?

Stored whole in a cool, dry, dark place, yam keeps for several weeks. Once cut or peeled, use within a day or two.

What can I make with yam?

Pounded yam (iyan), yam porridge (asaro), yam chips and ikokore are all classic dishes.

Is it gluten-free?

Yes — fresh yam is naturally gluten-free.

Ingredients

100% Fresh Yam

Nutrition Facts (per 100g/ml)

Approximate values for fresh yam: Energy: 490kJ / 116kcal, Fat: 0.2g, Carbohydrates: 27g, Fibre: 4g, Protein: 1.5g, Salt: trace

Dietary Information

Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free