Malanga Taro Root Mash |English|

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil reduces saturated fat while adding flavor.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a cost-effective option.

Peel and dice malanga taro root into chunks.

In a pot, add water and a tablespoon of salt, then bring to a boil.

Add the diced malanga to the boiling water and cook for 10-12 minutes until tender.

Drain the cooked malanga and mash it using a handheld masher.

Add butter and crushed garlic to the mashed malanga and mix until desired consistency is reached.

In a skillet, heat half a tablespoon of olive oil and sauté shallots until golden brown.

Add the sautéed shallots and cooked bacon to the mashed malanga.

Season with freshly ground black pepper and taste for seasoning, adding more salt if necessary.

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