Instructions

1. 1
   Cut the yam into pieces and rinse well.
2. 2
   Place yam in a pot, and cover them with water. Ensure the water cover the yam pieces
3. 3
   Cover the pot, and cook for about 25 minutes, until the yam is tender.
4. 4
   Remove the pot from the heat, and drain the water from the yams.
5. 5
   Rinse the mortar and pestle. Place the cooked yam into the mortar. Pound with the pestle until it forms a smooth, stretchy paste.
6. 6
   Pack the pounded yam and wrap into portions (about 4–5)
7. 7
   Serve the pounded yam with your choice of soup.