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Taro root

Taro is a starchy tuber. It is used to make "poi" which was a food staple in old Hawaii and is still eaten today. The root is sometimes cooked and glazed, or used in soups and stews and even "taro chips" similar to potato chips. The leaves of the taro (luau leaves) are also edible but must be cooked first.

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Substitute for taro root

Casava root, parsnip, sweet potato

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Nutrition Facts	(USDA#11518)
Serving Size	1 cup, sliced (104 grams)
Calories	116
Total Fat	0g
Saturated Fat	0g
Cholesterol	0mg
Sodium	11mg
Potassium	615mg
Total Carbohydrates	28g
Dietary Fiber	4g
Sugars	0g
Protein	2g

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