Tender Taro Root Cooked in Coconut Milk

Tender Taro Root Cooked in Coconut Milk

This is a dessert that is filling but very simple to make. Use fresh and firm taro for best results.

Prep Time:
10 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
30 mins
Yield:
4 servings
Servings:
4

Ingredients

  • 1 pound raw taro root, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 2 ½ cups coconut milk
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • ¼ cup palm sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup unsweetened coconut cream

Directions

Step 1
Bring the coconut milk to a boil in a saucepan; reduce heat to medium-low to maintain a simmer. Cook the taro root in the simmering coconut milk until tender, 15 to 20 minutes. Add the white sugar, palm sugar, and salt to the mixture; stir until the sugars are entirely dissolved into the mixture. Stir the coconut cream through the mixture; continue cooking just until hot. Ladle into individual bowls to serve.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

690
Calories
51g
Fat
63g
Carbs
6g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 690
% Daily Value *
Total Fat51g 65%
Saturated Fat45g 226%
Sodium585mg 25%
Total Carbohydrate63g 23%
Dietary Fiber4g 13%
Total Sugars51g
Protein6g
Vitamin C25mg 123%
Calcium60mg 5%
Iron7mg 37%
Potassium914mg 19%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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