by Betsy | Jul 15, 2023
Yautia – Malanga – Taro Yautía, Malanga, or Taro, is the root of an Elephant Ear plant eaten in most of the Caribbean and in Hawaii. The roots which have rough brown shin and flesh ranging from white to grayish white can be used as potatoes. Peel, boil in salted...
by Betsy | Jul 15, 2023
Yuca – Casava Yuca (Cassaba, Kasava) is the tuber root of a tropical plant brought from South America by the Arawaks. On their journey up the Caribbean islands, they brought the roots with them to cultivate in their new settlements. Tapioca and cassareb are both...
by Betsy | Jul 15, 2023
Yuca Souffle – Souffle de Yuca I have made this souffle for many parties. It has always been received very well and considered exotic. It is made with mashed yuca. Follow the instructions for that and then continue with the instructions for the Souffle....