Purple taro (Yautia lila)
$2.99 / libra
Category: Tubers
Purple taro comes in varied sizes, with a firm, pale purple flesh once peeled that sets it apart from other taro roots. It's a great substitute for potatoes in habichuelas, mashes, and pastelón, bringing a creamy texture and mild, earthy flavor that pairs well with sofrito and stewed meats. You can also boil it for a puree or fry it in chunks like tostones. Each package weighs approximately 2 lbs. Store it in a cool, dry place, unrefrigerated, and peel it right before cooking to keep it from browning.
Purple taro (Yautia lila) — Tubers from local Puerto Rico farmers, island-wide delivery.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 cup raw, cubed (132g) · 148 calories
| Total Fat | 0.3g |
| Saturated Fat | 0.1g |
| Trans Fat | 0g |
| Cholesterol | 0mg |
| Sodium | 15mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.9g |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.4g |
| Total Sugars | 0.7g |
| Protein | 2.0g |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg |
| Calcium | 57mg |
| Iron | 0.7mg |
| Potassium | 780mg |