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    Fiji Fried Taro Root

    July 2, 2015 By Darlene at International Cuisine

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    A bowl of freshly fried taro root

    Fiji fried taro root is a staple food. The taro root is an interesting tuber and can be cooked several different ways, it is used in many different cultures and cuisines.   This recipe calls for it first being boiled and then fried.  The result is a delicious chip to enjoy with the national dish called kokoda. Enjoy them together for an authentic Fijian treat!

    fiji fried taro rootTaro root has all sorts of benefits.   It is rich in fiber and other important nutrients, as a resistant starch it may help control blood sugar, due to its high fiber content, it may reduce the risk of heart disease, it even has anticancer properties.  It is said that taro root is good for your gut health and can even help you lose weight.  Health reasons or not, it is delicious with a little kokoda on top.

    Did you know that Fiji is made up of 333 islands?  If you would like to learn more about this beautiful nation, be sure to check out "Our Journey to Fiji".  There, you will also find more authentic and delicious Fijian recipes.  Be sure to try the lobster curry, raita and banana cake!

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    Fiji Fried Taro Root

    Course Appetizer
    Cuisine Fiji
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Cook Time 40 minutes minutes
    Total Time 50 minutes minutes
    Servings 4 as appetizer
    Author International Cuisine

    Ingredients

    • 1 1 b. taro root
    • oil for frying
    • 1 clove garlic minced
    • salt and pepper to taste

    Instructions

    • Peel the taro root and place in salted boiling water until just tender (take care not to overcook or it will become mushy and fall apart.)
    • When cool, cut into slices
    • heat cooking oil over medium high heat, add taro root to oil and cook until golden brown, flip over and brown other side.
    • Remove and sprinkle with salt, pepper and minced garlic clove.
    • Enjoy with the national dish called kokoda or as a side dish on its own.

     

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