{"id":14905989431641,"title":"Nigeria Heritage Poundo Iyan 4 kg","handle":"nigeria-heritage-poundo-iyan-4-kg","description":"\u003ch2\u003e Nigeria Heritage Poundo Iyan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePoundo Iyan\u003c\/strong\u003e , also known as \u003cstrong\u003ePounded Yam\u003c\/strong\u003e , is a beloved traditional dish in Nigeria, particularly among the Yoruba people. It is a starchy staple food often served with a variety of flavorful soups like egusi (melon seed soup), efo riro (spinach stew), ogbono (wild mango seed soup), or okra soup. Pounded yam is celebrated for its smooth, dough-like texture and is similar to other West African staples like fufu or amala, but made specifically from yam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Ingredients:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eYam\u003c\/strong\u003e : Traditionally, fresh white yam tubes are used. These are peeled, boiled, and pounded to a smooth consistency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e : Boiled yam is mashed and pounded with water to get the right texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Preparation:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e Traditional Method:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eBoiling the Yam\u003c\/strong\u003e : The white yam tubers are peeled, cut into chunks, and boiled until soft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003ePounding\u003c\/strong\u003e : Once the yam is soft, it is transferred to a large mortar and pounded vigorously with a pestle. This process takes skill and energy to achieve the desired smooth, stretchy consistency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eShaping\u003c\/strong\u003e : The pounded yam is kneaded into a soft, elastic dough, then shaped into round balls or served as a mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e Modern Method:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Due to the labor-intensive nature of pounding yam, many now use \u003cstrong\u003ePoundo Yam Flour\u003c\/strong\u003e , a quick and convenient alternative to the traditional process. This flour is made from processed yam and can easily be prepared on the stove:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eMixing\u003c\/strong\u003e : The Poundo Yam flour is gradually stirred into boiling water while constantly stirring to avoid lumps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003eCooking\u003c\/strong\u003e : The mixture is cooked until it thickens and forms a smooth, stretchy dough, similar to traditionally pounded yam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Serving:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eAccompanied by Soups\u003c\/strong\u003e : Poundo Iyan is served with hearty Nigerian soups such as egusi, efo riro, or ogbono, and like fufu, it's eaten with the fingers. A small piece is broken off, molded into a ball, and dipped into the soup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eEating Etiquette\u003c\/strong\u003e : It's often swallowed without chewing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Nutritional Value:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Pounded yam is rich in carbohydrates, making it a high-energy food. Yams also provide dietary fiber, potassium, and some vitamins like vitamin C and B6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Cultural Significance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Pounded yam holds an important place in Nigerian cuisine, often featured at special occasions, ceremonies, and festive events. Its preparation, especially in its traditional form, is seen as a mark of skill, particularly in Yoruba culture, and is often part of communal celebrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eWhile modern methods have made the process of making \u003cstrong\u003ePoundo Iyan\u003c\/strong\u003e more accessible, the dish remains a symbol of heritage, hospitality, and culinary tradition in Nigeria.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2024-12-09T15:25:17+01:00","created_at":"2024-12-09T15:25:17+01:00","vendor":"AFRICA PRODUCT SHOP","type":"POUNDO","tags":["NIEUWE PRODUCT","NIEUWE PRODUCTEN","nieuwste producten","Nigeria Heritage Poundo Iyan"],"price":2599,"price_min":2599,"price_max":2599,"available":true,"price_varies":false,"compare_at_price":null,"compare_at_price_min":0,"compare_at_price_max":0,"compare_at_price_varies":false,"variants":[{"id":53828713349465,"title":"Default Title","option1":"Default Title","option2":null,"option3":null,"sku":"NIG.HER.POU,4K","requires_shipping":true,"taxable":true,"featured_image":null,"available":true,"name":"Nigeria Heritage Poundo Iyan 4 kg","public_title":null,"options":["Default Title"],"price":2599,"weight":4000,"compare_at_price":null,"inventory_management":"shopify","barcode":"8720812313359","requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_allocations":[]}],"images":["\/\/africaproducts.nl\/cdn\/shop\/files\/NigeriaHeritagePoundoIyan4kg.png?v=1733754267"],"featured_image":"\/\/africaproducts.nl\/cdn\/shop\/files\/NigeriaHeritagePoundoIyan4kg.png?v=1733754267","options":["Title"],"media":[{"alt":"Nigeria Heritage Poundo Iyan 4 kg - Africa Products Shop","id":63485913563481,"position":1,"preview_image":{"aspect_ratio":0.75,"height":577,"width":433,"src":"\/\/africaproducts.nl\/cdn\/shop\/files\/NigeriaHeritagePoundoIyan4kg.png?v=1733754267"},"aspect_ratio":0.75,"height":577,"media_type":"image","src":"\/\/africaproducts.nl\/cdn\/shop\/files\/NigeriaHeritagePoundoIyan4kg.png?v=1733754267","width":433}],"requires_selling_plan":false,"selling_plan_groups":[],"content":"\u003ch2\u003e Nigeria Heritage Poundo Iyan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003ePoundo Iyan\u003c\/strong\u003e , also known as \u003cstrong\u003ePounded Yam\u003c\/strong\u003e , is a beloved traditional dish in Nigeria, particularly among the Yoruba people. It is a starchy staple food often served with a variety of flavorful soups like egusi (melon seed soup), efo riro (spinach stew), ogbono (wild mango seed soup), or okra soup. Pounded yam is celebrated for its smooth, dough-like texture and is similar to other West African staples like fufu or amala, but made specifically from yam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Ingredients:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eYam\u003c\/strong\u003e : Traditionally, fresh white yam tubes are used. These are peeled, boiled, and pounded to a smooth consistency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003eWater\u003c\/strong\u003e : Boiled yam is mashed and pounded with water to get the right texture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Preparation:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e Traditional Method:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eBoiling the Yam\u003c\/strong\u003e : The white yam tubers are peeled, cut into chunks, and boiled until soft.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003ePounding\u003c\/strong\u003e : Once the yam is soft, it is transferred to a large mortar and pounded vigorously with a pestle. This process takes skill and energy to achieve the desired smooth, stretchy consistency.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eShaping\u003c\/strong\u003e : The pounded yam is kneaded into a soft, elastic dough, then shaped into round balls or served as a mound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch4\u003e Modern Method:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Due to the labor-intensive nature of pounding yam, many now use \u003cstrong\u003ePoundo Yam Flour\u003c\/strong\u003e , a quick and convenient alternative to the traditional process. This flour is made from processed yam and can easily be prepared on the stove:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003col\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eMixing\u003c\/strong\u003e : The Poundo Yam flour is gradually stirred into boiling water while constantly stirring to avoid lumps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003eCooking\u003c\/strong\u003e : The mixture is cooked until it thickens and forms a smooth, stretchy dough, similar to traditionally pounded yam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Serving:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eAccompanied by Soups\u003c\/strong\u003e : Poundo Iyan is served with hearty Nigerian soups such as egusi, efo riro, or ogbono, and like fufu, it's eaten with the fingers. A small piece is broken off, molded into a ball, and dipped into the soup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eEating Etiquette\u003c\/strong\u003e : It's often swallowed without chewing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Nutritional Value:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Pounded yam is rich in carbohydrates, making it a high-energy food. Yams also provide dietary fiber, potassium, and some vitamins like vitamin C and B6.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Cultural Significance:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Pounded yam holds an important place in Nigerian cuisine, often featured at special occasions, ceremonies, and festive events. Its preparation, especially in its traditional form, is seen as a mark of skill, particularly in Yoruba culture, and is often part of communal celebrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eWhile modern methods have made the process of making \u003cstrong\u003ePoundo Iyan\u003c\/strong\u003e more accessible, the dish remains a symbol of heritage, hospitality, and culinary tradition in Nigeria.\u003c\/p\u003e"}