Crispy Taro Root In Sugar Cooking / Taro Root Recipe / Cooking With Sreypov.

sugar

🥗Healthier: stevia

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Stevia reduces calories while maintaining sweetness.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Coconut oil adds flavor while canola is more budget-friendly.

Peel the taro root and slice it thinly using a mandoline.

Soak the taro slices in water for 30 minutes to remove excess starch.

Drain the taro slices and pat them dry with a paper towel.

In a large pot, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.

Fry the taro slices in batches until golden brown, about 3-4 minutes per batch.

Remove the fried taro slices and drain on paper towels.

In a small saucepan, combine sugar, water, and a pinch of salt over medium heat.

Stir until the sugar dissolves completely, then add vanilla extract and cinnamon.

Toss the fried taro slices in the sugar syrup until evenly coated.

Spread the coated taro slices on a baking sheet to cool and harden.

Serve once cooled and crispy.

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