Have you ever bought tubers of yam, dropped them at a corner of your kitchen, only to come back a few days later and boom! sprouts everywhere? Or worse, some parts are already spoiling? It feels like you just wasted your money, right?
But what if I told you there’s a way to keep yams fresh, firm, and sprout-free for weeks… even months? Most people don’t know this, and that’s why they keep losing money on spoiled yams. The secret is in how you store it. Let me show you.
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1. Choose The Right Yams First
Don’t bring wahala home. If the yam already has tiny sprouts or scratches, it won’t last. Always pick firm, healthy tubers with dry skin.
2. Store In A Cool, Dry, Airy Place
Yams don’t like heat. Keep yours in a well ventilated corner like a balcony, wooden rack, or storeroom. Hot, closed kitchens make yams spoil faster.
3. Don’t Arrange Them Too High
When yams touch too much, they generate heat. Give them breathing space by spreading them out.
4. Turn Them Over Weekly
Think of it as “flipping” your yams. Turning them prevents pressure on one spot and reduces spoilage.
5. Try The Sand Storage Hack
For people that buy in bulk, bury your yams in clean, dry sand inside a basket or box. This trick slows sprouting and keeps yams firm for months.
You may also sprinkle dried pepper or ash on the yam skin before storing. It discourages sprouting and pests.
Conclusion
With these simple hacks, learn to keep your yams fresh, and enjoy eating them for a long time without spoilage.
At Iyaloja Direct, we take the hassle of “market runs” off our customers by doing their foodstuff shopping for them and giving them prices they won’t get in their neighbourhood market!. Because we shop for many customers at the same time, we can give our customers wholesale rates, regardless of how small their order is!
If you live in Lagos and want the best prices for quality yams, order now at IyalojaDirect. Your wallet and taste buds will thank you!.
