Tag: Elubo

Amala is a traditional swallow food from Nigeria, with its primary base coming from dried yam flour, known as elubo. The dark, dough-like delicacy is a cornerstone of the Yoruba diet, celebrated for its unique earthy flavor and smooth, stretchy texture when prepared correctly.

According to traditional food preparation methods, amala is made from dried and ground yams, cassava, or unripe plantains. The question of whether this popular Nigerian staple is a processed food depends largely on how processing is defined and the extent of human intervention in its creation.