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Yamarita — Nigerian Crunchy Egg-Coated Yam
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Yamarita — Nigerian Crunchy Egg-Coated Yam

Ifeoma John
Ifeoma John @eatwithifeoma
London.

Yamarita was one of those dishes I grew up watching being made at home — sliced yam dipped in seasoned egg and flour, then fried until deeply golden and crispy. It's simple but the result is something really satisfying.
What makes it special to me is how it transforms plain yam into something that feels like a proper treat. My favourite way to make it is with a good sprinkle of seasoning cube and pepper right in the egg mixture — that's where all the flavour lives.
Perfect as a snack, side dish, or even breakfast. Once you try it this way, plain boiled yam won't feel the same.
#CookpadApron2026

Yamarita was one of those dishes I grew up watching being made at home — sliced yam dipped in seasoned egg and flour, then fried until deeply golden and crispy. It's simple but the result is something really satisfying.
What makes it special to me is how it transforms plain yam into something that feels like a proper treat. My favourite way to make it is with a good sprinkle of seasoning cube and pepper right in the egg mixture — that's where all the flavour lives.
Perfect as a snack, side dish, or even breakfast. Once you try it this way, plain boiled yam won't feel the same.
#CookpadApron2026

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Yamarita — Nigerian Crunchy Egg-Coated Yam

Ifeoma John
Ifeoma John @eatwithifeoma
London.

Yamarita was one of those dishes I grew up watching being made at home — sliced yam dipped in seasoned egg and flour, then fried until deeply golden and crispy. It's simple but the result is something really satisfying.
What makes it special to me is how it transforms plain yam into something that feels like a proper treat. My favourite way to make it is with a good sprinkle of seasoning cube and pepper right in the egg mixture — that's where all the flavour lives.
Perfect as a snack, side dish, or even breakfast. Once you try it this way, plain boiled yam won't feel the same.
#CookpadApron2026

Yamarita was one of those dishes I grew up watching being made at home — sliced yam dipped in seasoned egg and flour, then fried until deeply golden and crispy. It's simple but the result is something really satisfying.
What makes it special to me is how it transforms plain yam into something that feels like a proper treat. My favourite way to make it is with a good sprinkle of seasoning cube and pepper right in the egg mixture — that's where all the flavour lives.
Perfect as a snack, side dish, or even breakfast. Once you try it this way, plain boiled yam won't feel the same.
#CookpadApron2026

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Ingredients

10-15 minutes
4 people
  • 1/2small sized tuber of yam
  • 200 mlflour
  • 1 tablespoonsalt
  • 5 piecesfresh ground pepper
  • 2fresh eggs
  • 500 mlvegetable oil
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10-15 minutes
  1. 1

    Peel and wash the yam, then parboil in salted water until just tender but still firm. Drain and set aside.

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  2. 2

    Crack the eggs into a bowl, add diced onion, salt, and pepper. Beat well to combine.

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  3. 3

    Pour vegetable oil into a pan and place over medium heat. Put the all-purpose flour into a separate bowl.

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  4. 4

    Slice the yam thinly. Dip each slice into the egg mixture, coat in flour, then return to the egg for a second dip. Fry over medium heat until golden and crispy.

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Parboil the yam until just tender — not fully cooked. Season the egg mixture well, that's where the flavour is. Always double dip for a thick, crunchy coating. Fry on medium heat and avoid crowding the pan.

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Ifeoma John
Ifeoma John @eatwithifeoma
on May 27, 2026 15:59
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Hi, I'm Ifeoma! I share homemade African recipes, healthy meals, quick recipes and meals that support weight management and glowing skin. Eat well, live well! 🌿Visit my Food Blogwww.eatwithifeoma.com
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