Taro Tacos
Taro Tacos are a delicious and unique dish from Pitcairn Islands cuisine. These tacos are filled with flavorful taro and a variety of fresh toppings, making them a perfect option for a fun and tasty meal.
Ingredients
- 4 large taro roots, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 8 small corn tortillas
- 1 cup shredded lettuce
- 1 cup diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup diced red onion
- 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
- Lime wedges for serving
Instructions
- In a large skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
- Add the diced taro to the skillet and season with cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the taro is tender and lightly browned.
- Warm the corn tortillas in a separate skillet or in the oven.
- Assemble the tacos by filling each tortilla with the cooked taro, shredded lettuce, diced tomatoes, red onion, and cilantro.
- Serve the tacos with lime wedges for squeezing over the top.
Cooking & Preparation
- Preparation time:
- 10 minutes
- Cooking time:
- 20 minutes
- Total time:
- 30 minutes
- Cooking method
- Stovetop
Nutritional facts per 1 serving
- Calories
- 300 per serving
- Carbohydrates
- 45g
- Protein
- 8g
- Fat
- 10g
Supplies
Large skillet Knife Cutting board Skillet or oven for warming tortillas
Tools
Tongs Spatula
Serving suggestions
Serve the taro tacos with a side of Mexican rice and black beans for a complete meal.
Tips & tricks
For a spicy kick, add some sliced jalapeños or a drizzle of hot sauce to the tacos before serving.
Cost
$10