Taro root which is a root vegetable which is an all Vegan Probiotic and excellent source of Fiber, Vitamin C, Vitamin B-1, Vitamin A, Potassium, Magnesium, and Iron and can be used in place of potatoes. It has hairy outer layer and the outer layer should be removed. Taro root is toxic in its raw form so always cook it before eating. It gives a nut-like flavor when cooked. Frying, baking, roasting, boiling makes this root very tasty. Here is one simple recipe which is fat free too.
Ingridients
• Taro root / arbi -5 to 6 (boil till it is tender by pressure cooker for 3 to 4 whisles)
• Turmeric powder -1 teaspoon
• Mild Chilly powder – table spoon
• Salt- -as needed
• Oil – - 2 tablespoon
Directions
1. Cook the taro root in pressure cooker with the skin till it is tender.
2. Now remove the outer skin and slit them length wise.
3. Mix turmeric powder, chilly powder, salt as needed in a small cup.
4. Check for the salt and spice.
5. Now coat the taro root with this mixture you prepared in step 3 as shown.
6 .Now coat taro root with oil as needed, so all are covered by oil.
7. Now transfer this to wide oven pan where there is enough space for all.
8. Now preheat the oven for 350 by setting the timer for 20 minutes and keep the pan.
9. After 20 minutes toss cooked taro root keep again in oven for 10 to 15 minutes till it is little crisp but do not burn it.