RCI-VG.002.0107.001
Oto
Oto is made from mashed yams and eggs.
Prep15 min
Cook0 min
Total15 min
Servings4
Difficultybeginner
Ingredients
- lbs yam3 unit
- ½ cup
- 1 unit
- 2 unit
- Onion (optional)1 small
Method
1
Place the eggs in a saucepan and cover with cold water by at least one inch. Bring the water to a boil over medium-high heat.
5 minutes
2
Once boiling, reduce the heat to a gentle simmer and cook the eggs for 10 minutes to achieve a fully hard-boiled consistency.
10 minutes
3
Transfer the cooked eggs to a bowl of cold water or an ice bath to halt the cooking process and make them easier to peel.
5 minutes
4
Peel the eggs carefully, removing all shell and membrane, then set them aside on a clean plate.
3 minutes
5
Gently warm the palm oil in a small saucepan over very low heat until it becomes fully liquefied and fragrant, being careful not to overheat it.
3 minutes
6
Halve or quarter the peeled eggs and arrange them on a serving plate or in a shallow dish.
2 minutes
7
Drizzle the warmed palm oil generously over the arranged eggs, ensuring each piece is well coated with the vibrant orange-red oil.
1 minutes
8
Season the dressed eggs with freshly ground pepper and salt to taste, then serve immediately as a side dish or light meal.