A tuber that is sometimes confused with taro because of similar characteristics, Malanga can range anywhere from 1/2 to 2 pounds in weight. This crunchy, juicy root has a rough brown coat and a crisp, colorful flesh that is beige, yellow or reddish in color.
Malanga
PRODUCT INFO
Popular in Cuba and Puerto Rico, Malanga has a taste and texture all its own. Once cooked, this crisp tuber takes on a smooth, nutty flavor. An excellent addition to soups and stews, Malanga can also be cooked, pressed, thinned with hot milk and topped with nutmeg and sugar.
AVAILABILITY
Costa Rica, Ecuador
ORIGIN
CA