Iyan Ogbono (pounded Yam With Ogbono Soup)

Iyan Ogbono, also known as Pounded Yam with Ogbono Soup, is a traditional Cameroonian dish that is both hearty and satisfying. The combination of smooth, fluffy pounded yam and rich, flavorful ogbono soup makes for a delicious and comforting meal.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Cameroonian Cameroonian Cuisine Pounded Yam Ogbono Soup
Iyan Ogbono (pounded Yam With Ogbono Soup)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups of yam flour
  • 1/4 cup of ogbono seeds
  • 1 pound of assorted meat (beef, tripe, or cow foot)
  • 1/2 cup of crayfish
  • 2 cups of spinach or bitter leaf
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 2 tomatoes, chopped
  • 2 tablespoons of palm oil
  • 3-4 cups of water or stock
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. In a large pot, bring the assorted meat to a boil with enough water to cover. Cook until tender, then remove from the pot and set aside.
  2. In a separate pot, toast the ogbono seeds over medium heat until fragrant, then grind them into a fine powder using a blender or food processor.
  3. Return the assorted meat to the pot and add the ground ogbono, crayfish, onions, tomatoes, and water or stock. Bring to a gentle boil and cook for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  4. Add the spinach or bitter leaf and palm oil to the pot, then simmer for an additional 5-10 minutes. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  5. While the soup is cooking, prepare the pounded yam by boiling water in a separate pot. Once the water is boiling, gradually add the yam flour while stirring continuously until a smooth, stretchy consistency is achieved.
  6. Divide the pounded yam into balls and serve alongside the ogbono soup.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
40 minutes
Total time:
1 hour
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
350 per serving
Carbohydrates
70g
Protein
5g
Fat
2g

Supplies

Large pot Blender or food processor Cooking spoon Knife Cutting board

Tools

Pot Stove

Serving suggestions

Serving suggestions: Enjoy the Iyan Ogbono with a side of fresh salad or steamed vegetables.

Tips & tricks

Tips: To achieve a smooth and stretchy pounded yam, it's important to gradually add the yam flour to the boiling water while continuously stirring.

Cost

$20