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Nigerian Roasted Yam and Red Oil Sauce is a popular local meal commonly enjoyed in many parts of Nigeria, especially in the South-South region. It is prepared with roasted yam served with spicy red oil sauce made with pepper, fish, crayfish, and local seasonings. The meal is loved for its smoky taste, rich flavor, and simple preparation.
Ingredients
Red palm oil
Other Ingredients
Smoked fish or dry fish
Fresh pepper
Onion
Salt
Seasoning cubes (like Maggi)
Procedure
1. Prepare the Yam
Peel the yam, wash properly, and cut into medium-sized pieces. Roast over hot charcoal, firewood, or oven until soft and slightly brown.
2. Prepare the Fish
Wash and clean the smoked fish or dry fish properly.
3. Prepare the Red Oil Sauce
Pour the red palm oil into a bowl or pot, all it to stir for 1-2minutes. Add blended or sliced pepper, onions and hold on for 2minutes, then add crayfish, salt, and seasoning cubes.
4. Add the Fish
Add the smoked fish into the sauce and mix properly, then allow it to stir for 2-3minutes.
5. Final Taste
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Serve the roasted yam hot with the red oil sauce and enjoy