Eddoe

Eddoe is the root of a plant, this plant is related to the Taro plant. Originally, this root comes from China. Eddoe is a starchy vegetable and has many similarities to the potato in terms of preparation and uses. On the outside, the eddoe is hairy that can be compared to a coconut.

How does the Eddoe grow?

Eddos have been grown for more than 2,000 years. It is a perennial plant with a tuberous, erect rhizome covered with ring-shaped leaf limbs. Usually, only the leaves will protrude above the ground. The taro plant is grown mainly in swampy fields. The leaves have an arrow/heart-shaped appearance. The color of the leaf blade is green-yellow to dark green and can be solid, mottled or striped.

Flavor

The eddo has a nutty taste. The root is slightly toxic raw, but harmless after cooking. Besides, it is a very versatile vegetable that can be incorporated into a lot of dishes just like the potato. There are a lot of recipes on google in which you can incorporate the eddo.

Where can you buy Eddoe?

Eddo’s can be bought in the Netherlands mainly in Surinamese, Chinese and Turkish tokos/supermarkets. Because the fruit belongs to the vegetable category, you can often find it on the vegetable shelf of the relevant toko or supermarket.

Nutritional value

Eddo´s are very healthy and are rich in manganese, Vitamin B6 and contain a lot of fiber and protein. In addition, this root also contains en heap of minerals such as iron, for example. The leaf of the taro plant contains more vitamins and minerals than the tuber.

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