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Braised Taro
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15 MIN
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Medium
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4 servings
About This Recipe
This savory and aromatic Stewed Taro recipe is a comforting dish that highlights the natural sweetness and creamy texture of taro root. Tender taro is first boiled to perfection, then stir-fried with fragrant scallions in hot oil for a rich, caramelized flavor. A simple yet flavorful sauce made with soy sauce, sugar, and a touch of salt enhances the dish, creating a deliciously balanced glaze. The taro simmers in this savory-sweet mixture, absorbing all the wonderful flavors while becoming melt-in-your-mouth tender. Perfect as a side dish or a hearty vegetarian main, this recipe is an easy way to enjoy the earthy goodness of taro with minimal ingredients. The result is a satisfying, umami-packed dish that pairs beautifully with steamed rice or noodles. Quick to prepare and full of depth, this Stewed Taro is a must-try for anyone who loves wholesome, homestyle cooking!
Instructions
Detailed preparation guide
servings
4
Total Time
15m
shopping_basket Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- big taro 500g
The aromatics
- scallion 30g
The sauce & seasonings
- oil 1 tbsp
- soy sauce 2 tbsp
- sugar 1 tsp
- salt 0.5 tsp
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Step 1
Wash the big taro and boil it in a pot for 20 minutes.
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Step 2
Remove it from the water, cool it with cold water, peel and cut into pieces.
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Step 3
Heat oil in a pot, add scallion and stir-fry until fragrant, then add taro pieces and stir-fry briefly. Add soy sauce, sugar, salt, and a bowl of water. Stew over medium heat for 10 minutes, and reduce the sauce until it’s ready.
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