Pounded Yam is arguably the National dish of Nigeria. Traditionally made by pounding boiled yam in a large pestle, pounded yam is the most accompaniment to many vegetable soups.
Pound Yam is the favorite of a vast majority of lovers of the staple African diet. It is consumed mostly with a variety of stews, from okra to egusi (Melon-vegetable stew) along with assorted meat or fish if so desired