John Myers
The yam root is currently making a name for itself for two reasons. On the one hand as a delicious exotic vegetable. On the other hand as a dietary supplement in powder form, to which all kinds of effects are attributed. Find out everything you need to know about the popular super tuber!
Worth knowing about the yam root
The yam root is the tuberous root of a tropical climbing plant originally native to Africa and Asia. This is considered a staple food in Africa, from which national dishes such as fufu from West and Central Africa are made. This porridge is served as a strengthening universal accompaniment to countless dishes. There are over 200 different types of yams in total, the shape of which is reminiscent of a sweet potato or can be more elongated. What they all have in common, however, is the rough brown skin. The taste of the tubers also varies. Like the Asian Ube, they can taste sweet and nutty, but also bitter. In addition to being consumed as a filling supplement, yam is also popular as a powder. The natural product is usually well tolerated.
Purchasing and storage
You can recognize fresh yams in stores by their firm consistency and smooth skin. Store the vegetables at home in a cool and dry place, for example in the vegetable compartment of your refrigerator. It can easily be kept here for several weeks. Yam root powder is commercially available in capsule form.
Cooking tips for yams
Yam recipes are as versatile as they are endless. After all, you can easily prepare yams like (sweet) potatoes. Peeled, washed, and cut into sticks, they taste just as delicious out of the oven as sweet potato fries. A delicious snack, on the other hand, is sliced and pan-fried yams. Or you can simply puree the vegetables into a creamy porridge and serve with fish, meat, or a salad. It can also serve as a basic ingredient for our African fufu. Cooked yams are also a good addition to soups. Use sweeter varieties such as Ube pureed or powdered in cakes and other pastries or as ice cream.
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