Tastiest Ghanaian Yam Balls By NDUDU by FAFA
Yam balls (Croquettes) are popular snacks enjoyed both in Ghana and Nigeria. Leftover boiled Yams are used in making this snack, which is enjoyed by all. Recipe varies from each household as it depends on what is leftover. The snack can be made into an indulgent affair or a simple tasty dish. This recipe is inspired by my Mum's creativity in using what is leftover.
Boiled Yam
250 g of peeled as diced Yam or Potatoes 1 tablespoonful
500 ml water
½ tsp salt
100 g of roughly shredded smoked Mackerel
1 finely diced medium Onion
130 g of finely diced mixed Peppers (Red, Green and Yellow)
1 egg yolk
3 tbsp full of milk or stock of Butter Quarter
1 tbsp of a teaspoon of freshly milled Black or White Peppercorns
FRYING
1 l of Sunflower , Groundnut or Rapeseed oil
2 beaten Eggs
Ingredients
Boiled Yam
250 g of peeled as diced Yam or Potatoes 1 tablespoonful
500 ml water
½ tsp salt
100 g of roughly shredded smoked Mackerel
1 finely diced medium Onion
130 g of finely diced mixed Peppers (Red, Green and Yellow)
1 egg yolk
3 tbsp full of milk or stock of Butter Quarter
1 tbsp of a teaspoon of freshly milled Black or White Peppercorns
FRYING
1 l of Sunflower , Groundnut or Rapeseed oil
2 beaten Eggs
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