Taro Cake

Taro Cake

Crispy, sweet, and irresistibly fluffy, this homemade Candied Taro is a delightful treat that’s easier to make than you think! Fresh taro strips are fried to golden perfection, then coated in a glossy sugar syrup infused with aromatic scallions. The magic happens when you stir the mixture vigorously—transforming it into a snowy, melt-in-your-mouth delicacy. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings or impressing guests, this recipe highlights the natural earthy sweetness of taro balanced with caramelized sugar. The key? Frying the taro until crispy and patiently stirring the sugar syrup to achieve that dreamy, fluffy texture. A breezy spot helps create the perfect consistency. With just four simple ingredients—taro, sugar, scallions, and oil—this Candied Taro is a must-try for anyone who loves unique, homemade desserts. One bite, and you’ll be hooked!

10 Minutes
Easy
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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Taro
200g

The aromatics

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Scallions
30g

The sauce & seasonings

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White sugar
50g
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Oil
2 tbsp

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Cut the taro into strips and fry them in a pot of oil until they are cooked.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Boil sugar with water to thicken it, remember to clean the pot and do not add oil.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Put the fried taro into the sugar mixture, reduce the heat, add scallions and start stirring.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Continue stirring, turn off the heat, and it is best to continue stirring in a breezy place.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Stir until it becomes fluffy like snow.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Congratulations, it is done! The taste is delicious! Applause!

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