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Yautia
A starchy corm sold as yautia, malanga, or tannia. The skin is bark-like and hairy. The flesh is crisp and white, yellow, or pink, and turns soft when cooked.
Origin
A tropical aroid grown in the Caribbean and Latin America.
Flavour
Mild, nutty, and slightly earthy.
How to use it
Peel and boil or stew it, as in sancocho. The raw flesh can irritate skin.
Storage
Cool and dry, like a potato, and use it before it shrivels.
Recipes using it
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