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    Chips d’Igname (Yam Chips)

    October 30, 2014 By Darlene at International Cuisine

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    Yam Chips are a traditional Burkinabe recipe which is both easy and delicious. Yes, I know they are deep fried, but yams are good for you right?

    They are the best when eaten freshly salted and just out of the fryer, Yum!

    A picture of crunchy fried yam chips Yams are a common in Burkina Faso cuisine.  There food is influenced by the French who colonized them.  In fact the official language of Burkina Faso is French.  If you would like to learn more about this African country be sure to read "Our Journey to Burkina Faso".  You can also get some other great recipe from like Cuisses de Poulet a la Puree de Patates Douces  a great chicken dish served with mashed sweet potatoes and french green beans.

    Craving more?  Be sure to join the culinary and cultural journey around the world so you don't miss a thing.  It's free and you can also follow me on Instagram, Facebook ,  Pinterest and youtube to follow along our journey.

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    Chips d’Igname (Yam Chips)

    A Burkina Faso deep fried treat that is simply yummy fresh out of the fryer!
    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine Burkina Faso
    Prep Time 2 hours 30 minutes
    Cook Time 10 minutes
    Total Time 2 hours 40 minutes
    Servings 4
    Calories 123kcal
    Author International Cuisine

    Ingredients

    • 1 large yam
    • Oil for deep frying
    • Salt to taste

    Instructions

    • Peel and wash the yam, cut in half
    • Bring a pot of salted water to a boil, add in the yam. Blanch for a few minutes.
    • Drain and allow to cool, then refrigerate for a couple of hours.
    • Heat oil in a deep fryer or frying pan to 350 degrees
    • While the oil is heating up, grate the yam.
    • Drop in the yam shavings by the handful.
    • Deep fry until golden and crispy
    • Remove with a slotted spoon
    • Drain on paper towel
    • Season with salt and serve immediately.

    Notes

    Please note that the cooling time is listed in the cooking time.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 123kcal | Carbohydrates: 29g | Protein: 1g | Sodium: 9mg | Potassium: 856mg | Fiber: 4g | Vitamin A: 145IU | Vitamin C: 18mg | Calcium: 18mg | Iron: 0.6mg

     

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