CANDIED TARO ROOT IN SYRUP

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Taro root is a very healthy alternative for dessert. In this recipe, taro root is gently cooked in a sugar syrup until it becomes soft and palatable. Then it is garnished with a drizzle of salted coconut cream to add a little bit of savoriness.

Provided by wiley

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 6

Number Of Ingredients 5

1 pound taro root, peeled and cut into 1-inch chunks
3 cups water
1 ½ cups white sugar
1 cup unsweetened coconut cream
½ teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Rinse taro chunks in cold water.
  • Combine water and sugar in a wok over medium-low heat; stir until sugar dissolves, about 5 minutes. Add taro chunks; cook until soft, syrupy, and reddish in color, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and pour into a serving dish.
  • Mix coconut cream and salt in a separate saucepan over medium-low heat; cook and stir until warmed through but not boiling, about 5 minutes. Drizzle coconut cream over taro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 333.8 calories, Carbohydrate 54.4 g, Fat 13.9 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2.1 g, SaturatedFat 12.3 g, Sodium 199.7 mg, Sugar 50 g

Afkar Logistic
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I'm never making this recipe again.


Sohag V S Khan
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This recipe is a disaster.


Emanuel Mapung'o
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I'm very disappointed with this recipe.


Oboj Bosir
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This recipe is a waste of ingredients.


Arafat Hassin
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I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.


Sher Singh
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This recipe is not worth the time and effort.


Chidera Ibekwe
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my candied taro root didn't turn out as good as the picture.


Tri
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This recipe is too sweet for my taste.


Moshan Zenmo
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my candied taro root turned out too hard.


Shatta Moweed Official
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat more vegetables.


Shaianne Pretorius
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I love the way the candied taro root looks. It's so colorful and vibrant.


Abir hossen
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This is a great recipe for using up leftover taro root.


Donny Swagg
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I made this for a party and it was a huge hit. Everyone loved it.


Rekha Rekha
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This recipe is a bit time-consuming, but it's worth it. The candied taro root is so delicious.


Sameer Sulemani
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I love the combination of the sweet and savory flavors in this dish.


bex broyles
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This is a great recipe for a special occasion. It's sure to impress your guests.


HA Hriday Das
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I'm not a huge fan of taro root, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so good!


Akash Chowdhuri
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This recipe is so easy to follow and the results are amazing. The candied taro root is so flavorful and the syrup is perfect.


William Breese
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I made this last night and it was a huge hit! My family loved it.


Mr Mrs
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This looks so delicious! I can't wait to try it.