Asaro
🇳🇬 A dish from Nigeria
Asaro, is a type of yam porridge or yam pottage. It is a traditional dish originating from the Yoruba of Nigeria, Benin Republic and Togo.
What gives it away
| 🥘Main ingredients | yam, palm oil, peppers, onions, dried fish or smoked protein, leafy greens |
|---|---|
| 🔥Cooking method | boiled and mashed into a thick porridge |
| 👅Flavour & style | savory, mildly spicy, rich and earthy |
| 🕒When it’s eaten | hearty main meal, lunch or dinner |
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Frequently asked questions
Where does Asaro come from?
Asaro is a dish that originated in Nigeria.
What is Asaro?
Asaro, is a type of yam porridge or yam pottage. It is a traditional dish originating from the Yoruba of Nigeria, Benin Republic and Togo.