Amala and Ewedu preparation from the yoruba tribe of Nigeria

Today's african meal is from the yoruba
tribe in Nigeria
Amala and Ewedu
Serves
2
Cook time
10 minutes
Region
Nigerian
Ingredients
1 cup ewedu
1 tablespoon crayfish
1 tablespoon iru (locust beans)
salt to taste
1 cup Amala/yam flour
1 1/2 cup water
Directions
Step 1
In a blender, add all the ingredients.
Blend for 30 seconds or until everything
is puréed.
Step 2
Add to the pot and bring to a boil. Add
salt to taste and stir so it does not get
burned on the bottom. Serve with stew
and amala.
Step 3
In a pot bring the water to a boil. Add
the amala while whisking at the same
time to ensure there are no air bubbles
so it does not get lumps. Mix until it
forms a stretchy texture. Add about two
tablespoons of water and allow to cook
for 3 minutes on low heat, turn some
more until the amala is one whole
texture. Serve immediately