If you love crunchy, tasty, and spicy food, then you will enjoy this household breakfast, Spicy Fried Yam with Egg Sauce. It’s crispy on the outside, soft inside, and full of delicious flavor. This meal is perfect for weekends, holidays, or when you just want to make something exciting at home with your family. Let’s dive into how to make it!
Ingredients for fried yam:
1 medium-sized tuber of yam
½ teaspoon of salt
Vegetable oil (for frying)
Water (for soaking)
Ingredients for egg sauce
3 eggs
2 medium-sized fresh tomatoes
1 small onion
1 small green pepper
1 small red pepper (for spice!)
1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
Salt and seasoning to taste
Prepare the yam
Start by peeling your yam carefully (ask an adult for help with this part). Cut it into medium slices, not too thick, not too thin. Rinse the yam slices and soak them in salted water for about 5 minutes. This helps give the yam a little flavor before frying.
Fry the yam
Heat up your vegetable oil in a frying pan. Make sure it’s hot enough but not smoking. Gently place the yam pieces in the oil (one at a time to avoid splashes!). Fry until they turn golden brown and crispy on both sides. Once done, remove and place them on a paper towel to drain extra oil. Yum! You’ve got your fried yam ready. Now, let’s make the sauce.
Prepare the egg sauce
Chop your tomatoes, onions, green pepper, and red pepper into tiny bits. Heat a little oil in a frying pan, then add your onions first. Let them fry for about a minute until they smell nice and sweet. Next, add your tomatoes and peppers. Stir well and let them cook for about 5 minutes until soft and juicy.
Now, add a pinch of salt and seasoning. Break the eggs into a bowl, whisk them, and pour into the tomato mix. Stir gently until the eggs are fully cooked and mixed with the sauce. You can add more spice if you like it hotter!
Serve and enjoy
Place your fried yam on a plate and spoon some of that tasty egg sauce on top or on the side. Take a bite, crispy yam meets spicy egg sauce, and boom! A flavor explosion!
Fun tip
You can add fried plantain or vegetables on the side for extra sweetness and color. Always be careful with hot oil,ask an adult to help with the frying. Fried yam with egg sauce is not just food, it’s an adventure on your plate! It teaches you teamwork (when cooking with family), patience, and creativity. So next weekend, grab your apron, turn on your kitchen charm, and cook up this tasty Nigerian classic.
