African Yam - Fried Puna Yam

Step 1

Peel the yam and cut into rectangles about one inch wide and half-inch thick. Rinse and drain

Step 2

Put the yams inside a pot, add water about the level of the Yam. Season with salt also and let it cook for about 7 minutes.

Step 3

Drain the excess water and transfer the yams to a bowl of cold water to stop the cooking process. Drain again and set aside.

Step 4

Crack the eggs in a bowl, add the Cayenne Pepper (optional) and salt to taste. Whisk together set that aside.

Step 5

In a separate bowl, combine the Flour, Garlic powder, Curry powder, Thyme, Black Pepper and bouillon and mix together.

Step 6

Dip the yam (one at a time) in the egg and Flour mixture respectively making sure the yam is well coated.

Step 7

Preheat the oil over a medium to high heat and place the coated yams inside fry the Yam turning halfway between until golden brown.

Step 8

Serve with your favorite sauce or eat as is. ENJOY!