Ofe Nsala

Also known as “white soup,” this dish may seem like a straightforward combination of basic ingredients, but upon first taste you’ll discover a complex layering of flavors. Steamed, mashed, and puréed yams are its smooth and silky base. While an attention to detail and careful monitoring of the yam’s texture as it is incorporated into the sauce make this dish best suited for home kitchens, you may encounter ofe nsala at restaurants in Lagos for a hefty price.

One of the rare Nigerian soups where red bell peppers or palm oil are absent from the base, it hails from the eastern and southeastern regions of Nigeria, especially Anambra State.

This recipe was excerpted from ‘My Everyday Lagos' by Yewande Komolafe. Buy the full book on Amazon.