Slice Taro Roots thinly (perhaps a bit thicker than a potato chip). Fry the sliced Taro in small batches until lightly golden (about 2 minutes). Drain on paper towels and salt lightly. Eat as they are or use as dippers.
What Are Taro Chips?
Most people here in the USA are familiar with Terra Chips, its a popular brand of chips that contains a mix of root vegetable chips, including taro chips. I recently traveled to Jamaica and took Jet Blue, they handed out snacks and Terra chips were one of the choices.
Basically taro chips are thin slices of the taro that are seasoned and baked or fried.
- Taro
- Olive Oil
- Garlic Powder
- salt
After a trip to our favorite Asian market, I couldnt wait to slice up this purple root vegetable. And it couldnt be easier. I used one of my favorite tools, the mandolin and put it on setting 2 and sliced away. Its really starchy so be careful with your hands getting a little slippery and starchy.
Taro is a staple on the islands and my step-dad actually harvests the root right in their backyard. Check out the pictures here and for the recipe for taro and coconut.
Taro is a tropical plant that is grown mainly for its edible tubers in Africa, Oceania and South Asia (just like sweet potatoes and yams). While its corms, (stems), are primarily used for cooking, its leaves are also edible.
There are a few things I miss from living in Hawaii. #1), my mom who just left a few days ago after spending a week for my graduation. #2, lilikoi aka passion fruit. And #3, taro chips.
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What are taro chips?
Basically taro chips are thin slices of the taro that are seasoned and baked or fried. How To Make Taro Chips? Preheat oven 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray, set aside. Peel taro root to remove the brown skin, rinse taro root or soak in water for an hour.
How to cook taro chips?
Heat oil in a pan over medium-low fire. Peel the taro with a knife. Use a vegetable slicer to thinly slice the taro. Then, season it with salt. Deep fry until crispy and crunchy. Transfer to a lined tray and allow to cool. Serve it with your favorite dip for a wonderful experience! Bite into the taro chip to know how flaky and flavorful it is.
Are taro chips a good snack?
Taro chips are one of my favorite snacks to have around the house. However buying these at the store are more costly than your classic potato chips. Not to worry as you can now make them at home. Thin, crispy, golden brown chips that are a perfect snack to satisfy that salty craving. Kulolo and poi mochi are other yummy recipes that also use taro.
What do taro chips taste like?
The taro chips will taste like a great mix of nutty and sweet flavors with the same crunchy and crisp texture you want. There are many fruits and veggies that you can cook into chips and the taro is surprisingly one of the best ones. With a little bit of seasoning and deep frying, you can cook it perfectly on the first try.