Baked Taro Fries

Taro or arbi is a root vegetable native to SouthEast Asia but is also largely grown in parts of Africa and containing 30% less fat and enriched with Vitamin E, it is our latest substitute to potatoes. Recipes with Taro vary dramatically between regions but our favourite is the baked and spiced version. #DSSCRecommends Baked Taro Fries for the health conscious gourmands, the healthier alternative to everything that is fried potatoes.

Prep Time: 45 minutes

Caters To: 4 gobblers

Challenge Level: Beginner

From the Pantry:

• 4 large Taro corms
• 2 teaspoons olive oil
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• Freshly ground black pepper, to taste

Cook Away:

1. Preheat oven to 225C.
2. Peel taros with a vegetable peeler
3. Chop into thin fry-shapes and toss in olive oil, chili powder, salt & pepper to coat evenly.
4. Line taros onto a baking sheet and bake for 15 minutes.
5. Remove from oven and flip.
6. Place back into oven and bake for another 15 minutes.

Enjoy the crisp & healthy chips with a squeeze of lime and accompanied with siracha ketchup.

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