Amadumbe

Amadumbe

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Mandla Ndlovu

10 Feb 2026

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Cook

30 mins

Serves

4 People

Calories

250 calories

Savor the earthy goodness of amadumbe, a delightful taro root dish infused with rosemary and olive oil. This comforting side is perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or a special gathering with friends.

Ingredients

  • 500 grams amadumbe (taro root)
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary
  • 1 cup vegetable broth

Method

  1. 1

    Start by boiling the amadumbe in vegetable broth until tender, about 20 minutes.

  2. 2

    Drain the amadumbe and let it cool slightly before handling.

  3. 3

    In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

  4. 4

    Add the boiled amadumbe, salt, black pepper, and rosemary to the skillet.

  5. 5

    Fry the amadumbe until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 10 minutes.

  6. 6

    Remove from heat and serve warm as a side dish or snack.

Nutrition per serving

250kcal
Calories

Fat

7g

Carbs

50g

Protein

4g

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Rate this recipe

4.7 · 37 ratings

Comments

T
Tunde Chukwu15/02/2026

Really enjoyed this recipe! Easy to follow.

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Daniel Mizrahi11/02/2026

Really enjoyed this recipe! Super easy.

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