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Hello, meet again with Arenatani, today we will share another recipe, namely Yam porridge / Asaro which is definitely very delicious and easy to make. The manufacturing process takes about and can be served for . In addition to being delicious and delicious, this food is suitable for serving to friends and family at home. Now, rather than being curious, let’s make the recipe. Before the manufacturing process, we first prepare the necessary ingredients, if there are ingredients that are not understood, please open Google, okay? Okay, here are the ingredients that need to be prepared.

Ingredients for Yam porridge / Asaro


  1. .2-3 medium-sized yams, peeled and cut into small cubes.Palm oil.1 onion, chopped.2 cloves garlic, and 1 teaspoon grated ginger.Dry or smoked fish cut into small pieces (optional). crayfish
  2. . seasoning cubes.Salt and pepper, to taste.2 cups water.2 tablespoons tomato paste or fresh tomatoes (optional)
Note: Now that the ingredients are ready, it’s time to try making it. We have prepared the steps in detail below. Make sure you follow them properly and correctly so that no mistakes occur.

Cooking Instructions for making Yam porridge / Asaro


  • 1

    Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat.

  • 2

    .Add onion, garlic, and ginger; stir until the onion is fried

  • 3

    Add the yam cubes and stir well.

  • 4

    . Add dry or smoked fish (if using) and stir well.

  • 5

    Add seasoning cubes, crayfish, salt, and pepper; stir well.

  • 6

    Pour in water and bring to boil.

  • 7

    Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the yams are tender.

  • 8

    Use a wooden spoon or masher to mash some of the yams and thicken the porridge.

  • 9

    If using tomato paste, fresh tomatoes stir it in add in the alefo or ugu during the last 5 minutes of cooking.

  • 10

    Serve hot and enjoy!!

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    Tips

    – Use high-quality yams for the best flavor.

    – Adjust the amount of spices to your taste.

    – You can add other ingredients like fish, shrimp, or vegetables(Ugu, alefo) to suit your taste.


  • Well, that’s the recipe for Yam porridge / Asaro that we’ve discussed together. How about it? It’s easy to make, right? Now it’s time for you to get creative in the kitchen and create your own version of Yam porridge / Asaro. Don’t forget to share the results on social media. I’m really curious about your creations! Who knows, your recipe could be an inspiration for future recipes. Good luck and enjoy!