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Yam Storage Hack
To all yam lovers out there, this is a life hack that you need to learn today! You can now have yams all year round without paying a penny!
Prep Time
5
minutes
mins
Total Time
5
minutes
mins
Course:
Vegetables
Cuisine:
Asia, Caribbean, Oceania, South America, West Africa
Keyword:
Tuber, Vegetable, vegetable storage hack, Yam
Servings:
6
Equipment
Knife
Cutting board
Colander
Resealable bag
Tray
Glass bowl
Ingredients
1
yam
Instructions
Slice and peel the yam.
Cut the yam into slices and peel the skin.
Use a knife to slice the yam into large circles.
Then, peel the yams.
Slice them into your preferred shapes and sizes.
Rinse the yam slices in water.
Drain the water using a colander.
Pre-freeze.
Arrange the yams on a lined tray.
Let it freeze solid for about two hours.
Store the yam.
Once frozen, transfer them into freezer bags.
When ready to use, prepare or cook them while frozen to preserve the quality.
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Notes
Purchase quality yams to retain their flavor and texture even after freezing.
Use this while in its frozen form.
Rinse it with salted water or drizzle it with lemon juice or vinegar to prevent browning.
It’s easier to peel the yam when you’ve cut it into circles.