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Vai talo (taro drink)

Vai talo is a sweet, creamy drink made from cooked taro, coconut milk and sugar. It is drunk lukewarm or chilled, often alongside sweet dishes or bread.

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Ingredients

Ingredients

Spices & seasoning

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Instructions

  1. Cook the taro in boiling water for 20 minutes, until very tender.
  2. Drain it, keeping a little of the cooking water.
  3. Blend the taro with the coconut milk, sugar and a pinch of salt until very smooth.
  4. Gradually add the reserved cooking water to reach the consistency you like.
  5. Taste and adjust the sugar, then let it cool in the fridge.
  6. Serve chilled, with a few ice cubes if you like.

Variations and tips

Lukewarm version. Serve the drink still lukewarm, straight after blending, for a milder taste.

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