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Suflé de Ñame

A traditional Panamanian holiday side dish — Suflé de Ñame is a cloud-light soufflé made from mashed ñame, the starchy yellow yam Panama loves.

⏱ 25 minPrep time
🔥 45 minCook time
🍽 6Servings
🏷 DinnerCategory
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Suflé de Ñame

A traditional Panamanian holiday side dish — Suflé de Ñame is a cloud-light soufflé made from mashed ñame, the starchy yellow yam Panama loves. Whipped egg whites lift the creamy yam purée into a golden, puffy crown that settles softly as it cools, just as a proper soufflé should. It is a festive favorite beside roast chicken and pork at Christmas tables across Panama.

Step by stepInstructions

  1. Boil the ñame in salted water until very tender, about 25 minutes; drain well.
  2. Mash the ñame with the butter, milk, egg yolks, cheese, nutmeg, salt and pepper until smooth and creamy.
  3. Beat the egg whites to stiff peaks and fold them gently into the yam mixture in three additions.
  4. Butter a soufflé dish and dust with breadcrumbs; spoon in the mixture and smooth the top.
  5. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 35 to 40 minutes, until puffed and golden; serve immediately.

💡 Chef tips & storage

Fold the whites in gently and do not open the oven while baking or the soufflé will deflate. Serve straight from the oven, since it inevitably falls — that is part of its charm.

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Recipe details

Prep25 min
Cook45 min
Servings6
CategoryDinner
PublishedAugust 17, 2026
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