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Best spot to eat authentic pounded yam in Lagos

The culinary gem nestled in the heart of Lagos not only offers meticulously prepared pounded yam but also embraces the rich tapestry of Yoruba culture in its aesthetics and ambiance.

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Omon Okhuevbie
Feb 05, 2024
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A bowl of Egusi soup and pounded yam wrapped in plantain leaves. Credit: Omon Okhuevbie/The Record.

In a city famed for its fast pace and an illustrious gastronomy promise, Lagos is a food lovers delight. From traditional meals to street food, the palette is filled and overflowing for anyone seeking to experiment with their taste buds. However, it is not everywhere you get to eat an eminently satisfying serving of pounded yam - a delicacy that has earned its place in the pantheon of sumptuous African dishes.

In Lagos, most restaurants serve poundo yam, masquerading it as pounded yam to their customers to avoid the cost and stress of making the traditional pounded yam.

Poundo yam is a processed yam flour that can be easily prepared into a dough-like consistency. Lovers of pounded yam choose pounded yam over poundo because of its authentic taste, smooth texture, and cultural significance.

This is why Ile-Iyan restaurant stands out in the Lagos food scene as it truly embodies the essence of …

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