
Snacks & baking
Purée de taro (taro purée)
A sweet, creamy purée made with taro, a starchy tuber very common in Taiwanese cooking. Its lightly nutty flavour and smooth texture make it a popular dessert or side dish.
Ingredients
Ingredients
Purée
Spices & seasoning
Optional extras
Instructions
- Peel the taro and cut it into 2 cm cubes. Rinse under clear water to remove excess starch.
- Steam the cubes or boil them in salted water for 20 to 25 minutes, until they mash easily with a fork.
- Drain the taro thoroughly and mash it with a potato masher or blend it.
- Add the warm milk, sugar and butter. Mix until smooth and creamy.
- Adjust the consistency with a little more milk if needed, then serve warm or cold.
Variations and tips
Richer version. Stir in the double cream at the end for a richer texture.
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Original Ecomely recipe.

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