Taro fries
These fresh, crispy and irresistible fries are simple to make and perfect for adding to any meal.
Servings 5 People
Calories 220.2kcal
Ingredients
- 2 lbs taro root
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper
- salt and pepper to taste
- Enough oil for deep frying or 3 tablespoon olive oil if baking
Instructions
Frying method
- Peel the taro root and cut it into fries. The taro pieces should all be similar in size.
- Rinse, drain and pat dry with a paper towel
- Season with paprika, salt, and pepper
- Pour 3 inches of oil into a large, deep pan. Heat the oil to 400F.
- Gently lower the taro inside the oil. Cook till golden and crispy for about 8 to 10 minutes, flipping halfway between.
- Serve with ketchup or hot sauce.
Oven method
- Preheat the oven to 450°F.
- Toss the fries with the oil, paprika, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and place the seasoned taro on the baking sheet in a single layer. Place inside the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes until fries begin to brown slightly on the edges – flip them over halfway through the baking process so that all sides will have a chance to brown and crisp.
Nutrition
Serving: 4g | Calories: 220.2kcal | Carbohydrates: 52g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 0.5g | Saturated Fat: 0.1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.04g | Sodium: 22.3mg | Potassium: 1166.8mg | Fiber: 8.2g | Sugar: 0.8g | Vitamin A: 376.5IU | Vitamin C: 7.5mg | Calcium: 84.8mg | Iron: 1.2mg