Paleo Yam Porridge

Warm, nourishing, and bursting with flavor, Paleo Yam Porridge is a wholesome twist on a comforting classic. This creamy dish features velvety yams blended with rich coconut milk and nutrient-packed bone broth, creating a luscious base infused with fragrant turmeric, fresh ginger, and sautéed onions. A hint of garlic enhances the earthy undertones, while optional fresh spinach adds a pop of color and extra nutrition. Perfect for a cozy dinner or a meal-prep staple, this paleo-friendly porridge is naturally gluten-free, dairy-free, and loaded with nutrients. Customize the texture to your liking—blend until smooth or leave it delightfully chunky—and finish with sliced green onions for a vibrant garnish. Whether served as a hearty main or a side, this yam porridge delivers satisfying flavors in every spoonful.

Nutriscore Rating: 86/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 medium-sized (about 2 pounds) yams
• 1 cup coconut milk
• 0.5 cup bone broth
• 1 medium (finely chopped) onion
• 2 (minced) garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon (grated) ginger
• 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
• 1 teaspoon (adjust to taste) sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 cups (fresh, optional) spinach
• 2 stalks (sliced, optional for garnish) green onions

Directions

Step 1

Peel the yams and cut them into small chunks for faster cooking.

Step 2

In a large pot, add the yams and enough water to cover them. Bring the water to a boil and cook the yams for 12-15 minutes until they are soft and fork-tender. Drain the water and set the cooked yams aside.

Step 3

While the yams are cooking, heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Step 4

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent. Then, add the minced garlic and grated ginger. Cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.

Step 5

Stir in turmeric powder, sea salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to release the spices' aroma.

Step 6

In a blender or food processor, combine the cooked yams, coconut milk, and bone broth. Blend until smooth and creamy. For a chunkier porridge, you can mash the yams manually and mix with the liquids.

Step 7

Transfer the yam mixture back into the pot with the onion and spice mixture. Stir well to combine and simmer over low heat for 5-7 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together. If the porridge is too thick, thin it out with a bit more bone broth or coconut milk to reach your desired consistency.

Step 8

If adding spinach, stir it into the porridge during the last 2-3 minutes of simmering until the leaves are wilted.

Step 9

Serve the Paleo Yam Porridge warm, garnished with sliced green onions if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(4243.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4678.9

Total Fat 34.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 5.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2838.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 1052.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 145.8g	0%
Total Sugars 42.4g
Protein 62.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 797.7mg	0%
Iron 24.7mg	0%
Potassium 33702.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 6.5%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 88.2%