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Nutritional Values

🔥290kcal
💪6gProtein
🌾34gCarbs
🥑15gFat
🌿6gFibre
⚖️300 gServing

* Per serving · 300 g. May vary.

Yawoyo

How to order / say it
Say it Yawoyo — [yah-woh-yoh]
Order I want to try Yawoyo.
Locally Je veux essayer Yawoyo.
Say locally

Yawoyo is a unique dish made of potatoes in a vibrant green sauce.

Why try it?

Yawoyo combines native ingredients with bold spices, making it a must-try for those exploring Abomey's zestful palate.

How it tastes

The dish is herbaceous with a clear piquant note, smooth potatoes contrast with a vibrant spicy-green sauce, offering a unique dining experience.

Origin & History — first documented: 1880

Emerging in the late 19th century, Yawoyo's creation was a response to the arrival of new crops. Its harmonious blend of flavors highlights ingenuity and adaptation in local cuisine.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🥕 300 g potatoes
  • 🥕 200 g spinach
  • 🧂 2 pieces chili pepper
  • 🧄 1 medium onion
  • 🫒 30 ml palm oil
  • 🧄 4 cloves garlic

Method

  1. 1 Boil and mash potatoes, set aside.
  2. 2 Sauté spinach, onions, garlic, and chili peppers in palm oil.
  3. 3 Blend cooked vegetables into a smooth sauce.
  4. 4 Serve sauce over mashed potatoes with fresh herbs.
  5. 5 Enjoy warm as a hearty meal.

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