"Asaro," also known as yam porridge or yam pottage, is a traditional Nigerian, one-pot dish made from yam and other pepper based ingredients, with an amazing flavor.
Nicknamed “Asaro elepo rede rede” (yam porridge colored with fresh palm oil). Asaro is easy to make. The yam is boiled until soft and fluffy, and the pepper mix of onions, bells, and scotch bonnets,
crayfish, seasoning, and palm oil (traditionally, red palm oil is used but any other oil of choice can be used) is added and cooked together until tender and mashed.
Asaro is a wonderful vegan alternative (without the crayfish). It can be eaten by itself or paired with your choice of protein (pairs best with fish) and side of plantains.