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Yam and potato Balls

Sometimes you get tired of eating the usual Boiled or Fried yam. Well, there are other fun things to do with yams. Sometimes I make these yam balls with sweet potato,Irish potatoes and yams  or just the yam itself.Other times i add ground beef like I did in this particular recipe or Tuna for a change.

You'll need


  • Boiled yam/some Irish potatoes 
  • Breadcrumbs                         
    Just before frying
  • One egg
  • red and green bell peppers
  • minced meat
  • onions
  • garlic powder
  • seasoning
  • some butter
Lets cook

  • saute some garlic and onions and add the minced meat, break it up with the spoon and some seasoning,let it cook till its no longer pink.
  • Add the red and green bell peppers and sautee for a bit(drain the excess oil if any),add the  garlic powder also and allow to simmer, set aside.
  • mash your boiled yam and add the minced meat mixture,a knob of butter,part of the egg.
  • Form into balls and refrigerate for about 20 minutes to allow firm up
  • make your dredging station...pour breadcrumbs in one plate,and beat an egg in another plate.
  • Heat some oil, put the yam ball in the egg, then roll in the breadcrumbs and fry till golden brown,drain on paper towels and serve with a sauce.
Crispy on the outside,moist and soft on the inside


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