Tag: Yam

Yams are perennial plants that grow in tropical zones. The part eaten is the root tuber, very much as a potato. A yam is long, with brown skin and white to orange-yellow flesh. Is yam a root or stem? Above: Yam specimen Potatoes and yams technically have modified belowground stems (“stem tubers”) while sweet potatoes […]

Yams belong to the Dioscoreaceae family and are related to grasses and lilies. Both vegetables grow underground, but they are different parts of the plant. Sweet potates are the plant’s storage root. Yams are modified stems called tubers. Does yam grow in the ground? They are twining vines with shiny, heart-shaped, purple-tinged leaves and grow […]

The only traditional method for processing yam for storage has been processing into yam flour. This process involves washing, peeling, washing, slicing, parboiling, drying, milling and bagging, but the process has not been scientifically investigated to establish the processing parameters. How do you process yams to Amala? The most common type of flour for Amala […]

Nigeria accounts for 60% of the world’s [yam output] and 74% of the total production in West Africa. Grown as a staple food, the tuber of the yam plant is its economically important part. How are yams harvested? Depending on the variety, yams are harvested 6 to 12 months after planting. Lift the tubers when […]

Ube (AKA purple yam) You may have seen ube floating around the culinary world, incorporated into all types of gorgeous purple desserts. Ube are yams with dark, rough skin and light, speckled purple insides. Ube are sweeter than many yam varieties, making them the perfect addition to desserts across Asia and Africa. What are the […]

You can eat them raw, baked, boiled, steamed, roasted, broiled, grilled, fried and just about any other way you can think of! prepared almost any way. It is very sweet and has a nice creamy, velvety texture when cooked. to be a little sweeter than the Garnet. Which yams can be eaten raw? Unlike sweet […]

Current Facts. Jewel yams, botanically classified as Ipomoea batatas, are a root vegetable and are members of the Convolvulaceae or morning glory family. They are not a true yam but rather an orange-fleshed variety of sweet potato. Are jewel yams the same as sweet potatoes? Jewel & Garnet Yams – These have brownish-orange skins and […]

Jewel yams, botanically classified as Ipomoea batatas, are a root vegetable and are members of the Convolvulaceae or morning glory family. They are not a true yam but rather an orange-fleshed variety of sweet potato. Is a jewel yam a sweet potato? In the United States, most tubers sold as yams are actually members of […]

Peel and dice yam into desired shapes. Put water on fire, add salt and sugar (that will be enough to taste) and cook till almost soft. Drain set aside, at this point you can taste to see if the sugar is enough. If not dissolve sugar in little water and mix yam in it. Do […]

Wild yam root is widely sold as a skin cream but may also be found as a supplement. It has traditionally been used to treat hormonal conditions, such as menopause and PMS, as well as alleviate symptoms of arthritis. However, current studies don’t support the claims surrounding menopause and PMS. Does wild yam help balance […]

Bioidentical/Natural When bioidentical testosterone is synthesized in a medical laboratory, it is often derived from plant sources, such as yams or soy. Are yams a natural steroid? Some people use wild yam as a source of steroids, but the body can’t make steroids such as estrogen and DHEA from eating wild yam. This conversion has […]

Bitter Yam. Other Name(s): African Bitter Yam, Cluster Yam, Dioscorea dumetorum, Esuri Yam, Esuru, Helmia dumetorum, Igname Amère, Igname SauvageIgname SauvageRheumatism root is a common name for several plants and may refer to: Apocynum cannabinum, also known as dogbane, Amy root, hemp dogbane, Indian hemp, or wild cotton. Chimaphila maculata, also known as spotted wintergreen. […]

WILD YAM. Family Name: DIOSCOREACEAE. Botanical Name: Dioscorea batatasDioscorea batatasDioscorea polystachya or Chinese yam (simplified Chinese: 山药; traditional Chinese: 山藥), also called cinnamon-vine, is a species of flowering plant in the yam family. It is sometimes called Chinese potato or by its Korean name Ma.https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki › Chinese_yam What is the Igbo name for […]

Pounded yam is one among a variety of starchy foods in Nigeria fondly called “swallows”. They include eba, amala, starch, fufu and many more. Pounded yam is probably the most festive of them all. Pounded yam is enjoyed with different kinds of soups with each ethnic group having its own preference. Is fufu and pounded […]

Pounded Yam is a popular African dish similar to mashed potatoes but heavier. Pounded Yam is very smooth and tasty. It is often eaten with vegetable soup. What do you eat pounded yam with? What to Serve with Pounded Yam Ogbono Soup. Okra Stew. African Okro Soup. Eru. Afang. Is fufu and pounded yam the […]

Boiled yam can be eaten with Egg Sauce, Corned beef stew, Egg stew, Ata dindin (fried stew), Garden egg stew or the good old tried and trusted omelette. What can I eat with white yam? 6 amazing dishes you can make with yam Yamarita. Yamarita is simply egg coated yam. Yam balls. Baked yam and […]

Baked sweet potatoes are packed with vitamins A, C, and B6. They also contain minerals including potassium, calcium, and magnesium while providing 142 calories, 32 grams of carbohydrate and 5 grams of heart-healthy fiber. Is yam good for weight loss? Helps in Weight Loss Yams are rich in calories and dietary fibre. Studies have demonstrated […]

When cut in half lengthwise, then cut crosswise into 1/2-inch slices and placed in the bottom of a steamer basket with about 2 inches of water beneath, it should only take from 8 to 10 minutes for them to cookto cookA cuisine is a style of cooking characterized by distinctive ingredients, techniques and dishes, and […]

Color of Ghana Yam ( Nigerian Yam) It’s dry and starchy. When cooked, it has a subtle sweetness with a mild, earthy flavor. Is fufu and pounded yam the same? As its name implies, this popular fufu is made of yams, pounded down into a flour and then cooked on a stove with hot water. […]

It is commonly known as wild yam, colic root, rheumatism root, devil’s bones, and fourleaf yam,. It is common and widespread in a range stretching from Texas and Florida north to Minnesota, Ontario and Massachusetts. What is the difference between yam and wild yam? True yams are actually a completely different category of vegetable and […]