Boiled Ona (Nigerian Boiled Bitter Yam)
Ona, also known as esuru in Yoruba tribe and bitter yam in English is a typical Nigerian food commonly consumed by Igbo people. It is served with palm oil, egg sauce or pepper stew.
Easy
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Everything you'll need to make this recipe
1
Ona (bitter yam)
2
Water
3
Salt to taste
Instructions
Step-by-step guide to making this recipe
1
Cut the bitter yam into chunks, and remove the skin.
2
Rinse the yam chunks, then transfer to a pot and cover with water.
3
Peel, rinse and add salt to taste.
4
Add salt to taste, and boil until soft.
5
Drain the bitter yam, and serve with egg sauce, palm oil or pepper sauce.