In what way did African foodways influence Southern cuisine?

Question

Responses
A by introducing the use of dairy productsby introducing the use of dairy products
B by popularizing the consumption of seafoodby popularizing the consumption of seafood
C by incorporating ingredients like okra and yamsby incorporating ingredients like okra and yams
D by promoting vegetarian diets

Answer 1

C by incorporating ingredients like okra and yams.

African foodways significantly influenced Southern cuisine through the introduction of various ingredients and cooking techniques, notably including okra and yams, which have become staples in Southern cooking.