Boiled Taro with Coconut Milk
Indulge in the comforting tropical flavors of Boiled Taro with Coconut Milk, a simple yet decadent dessert or snack inspired by Southeast Asian cuisine. Featuring tender cubes of taro root simmered in velvety coconut milk, this dish is lightly sweetened with granulated sugar and delicately enhanced with a pinch of salt for a perfect balance of flavors. Optional fragrant pandan leaves add a subtle aromatic note, making this recipe truly irresistible. Ready in just 40 minutes, this gluten-free and dairy-free treat can be served warm for cozy evenings or chilled for a refreshing summer bite. Whether you're a fan of traditional Asian desserts or simply seeking a unique twist on coconut-based recipes, this dish is sure to delight.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams taro root
- 400 milliliters coconut milk
- 250 milliliters water
- 60 grams granulated sugar
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 2 pieces pandan leaves (optional)
Instructions
Peel the taro root and cut it into uniform cubes, approximately 2 cm in size. Rinse the cubes thoroughly under running water to remove any starch residue.
In a medium-sized pot, combine the water and taro cubes. Bring to a boil over medium heat and cook for 10-15 minutes, or until the taro is tender when pierced with a fork.
Reduce the heat to low. Drain excess water from the pot, keeping only about 2-3 tablespoons of the boiling liquid to prevent sticking.
Pour in the coconut milk and add the granulated sugar, salt, and pandan leaves (if using). Stir gently to combine.
Simmer the mixture on low heat for 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent the coconut milk from curdling or sticking to the pot.
Once the taro is fully cooked and the coconut milk has slightly thickened, remove the pot from heat and discard the pandan leaves.
Let the dish cool slightly before serving warm, or refrigerate for at least 1 hour to serve chilled. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1086 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.3 g | 2% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.4 g | 2% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 717 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 269.0 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.8 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 90.5 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 268 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 2.9 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 3330 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
