πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡§ Solomon Islander Cuisine

Taro in Coconut Cream

Taro Simmered in Coconut

Prep Time 10 min
Servings 4
Difficulty Easy
Calories 292 kcal

Chunks of taro slow-cooked in coconut cream until soft and creamy. A comfort staple.

Ingredients

  • 500g taro, peeled and cubed
  • 2 cups coconut cream
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tbsp butter
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • Lime juice
  • 1 pandan leaf

Instructions

  1. 1 Peel and cube taro.
  2. 2 Boil in water 10 minutes until half-tender.
  3. 3 Drain, add coconut cream, salt, pandan.
  4. 4 Simmer 15 minutes until very soft.
  5. 5 Stir in butter and sugar.
  6. 6 Finish with lime juice.

Did You Know?

The Solomon Islands grows over 80 varieties of taro, each suited to different growing conditions.

From The Culinary Codex — http://theculinarycodex.com/dish/solomon-islander/taro-coconut-solomon/