Amala with Palm Oil Sauce

Ingredients

Yam flour (Elubo)

2 cups

Water

4 cups

Salt

1 teaspoon

Palm oil

1/2 cup

Instructions

1. In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a rolling boil over high heat.
2. Gradually add 2 cups of yam flour to the boiling water, stirring continuously with a wooden spoon or spatula to prevent lumps from forming.
3. Once the yam flour is fully incorporated, reduce the heat to low and continue stirring for about 5-7 minutes until the mixture thickens and forms a smooth, elastic dough-like consistency.
4. Cover the pot with a lid and allow the Amala to cook on low heat for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
5. In a separate small saucepan, heat 1/2 cup of palm oil over medium heat until hot but not smoking.
6. Stir in 1 teaspoon of salt into the hot palm oil and mix well to create a simple sauce.
7. Remove the Amala from heat and let it rest for a minute before serving.
8. To serve, tear off a small portion of the Amala, roll it into a ball, and dip it into the palm oil sauce. Enjoy the combination of textures and flavors!