Root Vegetable, Tuber | Vegan Gluten Free Low Fat

Yellow Taro Root

Colocasia esculenta var. antiquorum Libre de alérgenos
Yellow Taro Root

Abastecimiento y Taxonomía

  • Familia Araceae
  • Cocina principal East Asian|Southeast Asian|Pacific Islander|African
  • Estacionalidad Year-Round
  • Origen Taro Plant (Colocasia esculenta)

¿Qué es Yellow Taro Root?

A starchy, edible corm from the taro plant, known for its pale yellow flesh and nutty, slightly sweet flavor.

¿A qué sabe Yellow Taro Root?

Yellow Taro Root tiene un sabor nutty, mildly sweet, earthy con aromas mild, earthy.

Sabor
Nutty, Mildly Sweet, Earthy
Textura
Starchy, Floury, Dense (like potato)
Aroma
Mild, Earthy
Acidez
Low

Métricas Técnicas

Información Nutricional

Por 130g (1 medium corm)
Calorías112 kcal
Grasa total0.2g
Grasas saturadas0.1g
Grasas trans0g
Colesterol0mg
Proteína1.5g
Carbohidratos totales26g
Fibra dietética4g
Azúcares totales0.5g
Calcio20mg
Hierro0.5mg
Potasio590mg

El Secreto del Chef

Always wear gloves when peeling raw taro to avoid skin irritation from its natural calcium oxalate crystals; these are neutralized by thorough cooking.

Sustitutos y Proporciones de Yellow Taro Root

El mejor sustituto para Yellow Taro Root es Purple Taro Root, usado en una proporción de 1:1. Identical in texture and flavor profile, only difference is color.

Sustitutos para Yellow Taro Root con proporciones
Sustituto Proporción Mejor para
Purple Taro Root Mejor 1:1 Identical in texture and flavor profile, only difference is color.
Potato (e.g., Russet) 1:1 Good for texture in savory dishes, but less nutty flavor.
Sweet Potato 1:1 Offers sweetness and similar texture, but a different flavor profile.
Yucca (Cassava) 1:1 Very starchy, requires thorough cooking, similar texture when mashed or fried.

Cómo Elegir y Almacenar Yellow Taro Root

Choose firm, heavy corms with no soft spots; avoid any signs of mold or sprouting.

¿Con Qué Combina Bien Yellow Taro Root?

  • Coconut milk
  • pork
  • fish
  • curry
  • stews
  • roasted meats.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿A qué sabe Yellow Taro Root?

Nutty, Mildly Sweet, Earthy Mild, Earthy

¿Cuál es un buen sustituto para Yellow Taro Root?

El mejor sustituto es Purple Taro Root (1:1). Identical in texture and flavor profile, only difference is color.

¿Cómo eliges y almacenas Yellow Taro Root?

Choose firm, heavy corms with no soft spots; avoid any signs of mold or sprouting.

Recetas que Usan Yellow Taro Root

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Ajiaco Cubano

Embark on a culinary journey through time with this authentic Ajiaco Cubano recipe! This hearty Cuban stew, a true reflection of Cuba's rich and diverse heritage, is a celebration of flavors from Indigenous roots to Spanish, African, and Chinese influences. Fernando Ortiz famously described Cuban cuisine as a 'mestizaje'—a vibrant blend of cultures—and this Ajiaco embodies that spirit perfectly. Imagine tender chunks of affordable, Cuban-style cut meat simmering alongside a medley of indigenous root vegetables like potatoes, yuca, malanga, and sweet potatoes, enhanced by the sweetness of pumpkin and turnip, and a hint of exotic spices. This isn't just a meal; it's a story told through every delicious bite. Learn the secrets passed down through generations, from 1925 cookbooks to modern Cuban kitchens, and create a dish that's both comforting and historically significant. Serve with crusty bread and fresh fruit for a truly authentic Cuban experience.

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