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Yam, Egg Stew with Broccoli

Yam and Egg Stew with Steamed Broccoli

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  • Author: Somi Igbene PhD ANutr
  • Prep Time: 5
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 1
  • Cuisine: Nigerian

Description

This low glycemic meal of yam with egg stew and broccoli is nourishing, delicious and satisfying!


Ingredients

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  • 100g yam, chopped into medium cubes
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1 large spring onion, bulb and stalk separated and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • ¼ teaspoon garlic powder
  • 140g cherry tomatoes, finely chopped
  • ½ teaspoon paprika
  • ¼ teaspoon dried oregano
  • 95g fresh broccoli, steamed

Instructions

  1. Place yam in a medium saucepan with around 300ml of water and season with salt. Cook over medium heat for 15 minutes or until the yam is tender. Drain and keep warm.
  2. Add olive oil to a large non-stick frying pan over medium heat. Once hot, add chopped spring onion bulb (white part), oregano, paprika and chopped cherry tomatoes. Fry for five minutes, then add the garlic powder.
  3. Add the beaten eggs and frequently stir to scramble. Season with a pinch of salt, add the chopped spring onion stalk (green part) and take the pan off the heat.
  4. Serve boiled yam with egg stew and broccoli. Garnish with chilli flakes or black pepper for extra heat if you wish.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Per Serving
  • Calories: 421
  • Sugar: 8.5g
  • Fat: 16.6g
  • Saturated Fat: 4.5g
  • Carbohydrates: 44g
  • Fiber: 11.1g
  • Protein: 23.4g