Yam and Yuca aka cassava are two root vegetables that are consumed a lot in Africa. Chef Jamil Bah gives us some important insights about the vegetables. Yam and Yuca are consumed mostly as fufu which is a popular dish in Africa. Both vegetables can be boiled, fried, and grilled as well. It is worth noting that cassava is consumed fried more in the Caribbean and Latin America. Understanding their origin, the farming methods, and how to cook the two vegetables is essential to learning about African food. Watch other videos on our channel to learn about how to cook fufu as well as other dishes like koliko ( fried Yam) pinon (a meal made out of cassava flour) and many more …

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