Igname Pile

Prepare the Yams

Peel the yams and cut them into chunks. Rinse the yam pieces under cold water.

Boil the Yams

In a large pot, add the yam chunks and enough water to cover them.

Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce the heat to medium and cook the yams for about 20-25 minutes, or until they are tender and easily pierced with a fork.

Drain and Mash

Drain the cooked yams and transfer them to a large mixing bowl or mortar and pestle.

While still hot, pound or mash the yams until they become smooth and stretchy. This can be done using a potato masher, a large wooden spoon, or a mortar and pestle for a more traditional method.

If the mixture is too thick, you can add a little hot water to achieve the desired consistency.

Season and Flavor (Optional)

Add salt to taste and mix well.

For added flavor, you can mix in 1-2 tablespoons of butter or palm oil.

Serve

Shape the pounded yam into small mounds or serve it as a large mound on a serving plate.