{"product_id":"taro-root","title":"Taro Root Per Lb","description":"\u003cp\u003eTaro root (arbi \/ colocasia) is a starchy root vegetable with a creamy, slightly nutty flavor when cooked — used in arbi ki sabzi, arbi fry, and South Indian kochu preparations. The key with taro is cooking it fully — undercooked taro contains irritants that cause itching in the mouth and throat.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCreamy When Fully Cooked\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh taro root (arbi \/ colocasia)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor arbi sabzi, arbi fry, curries\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStarchy, creamy, slightly nutty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMUST be cooked fully — never eat raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eBoil or pressure cook until fully tender, then peel and use in sabzi or fry until crispy. For arbi fry: boil, peel, slice, and shallow-fry with spices until golden and crispy on the outside.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does raw taro make my hands itch?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTaro contains calcium oxalate crystals that cause irritation. Wear gloves when handling raw, or rub your hands with oil before peeling. Cooking neutralizes the irritants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it safe to eat?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFully cooked taro is completely safe and delicious. Never eat it raw or undercooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I store it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCool, dry place like potatoes. Do not refrigerate. Use within 1-2 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFresh produce. Always cook taro fully before eating.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fresh Produce","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49014614065379,"sku":null,"price":2.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0793\/2811\/6963\/files\/Taro-Small.jpg?v=1781244350","url":"https:\/\/anorascashncarry.com\/products\/taro-root","provider":"ANORAS CASH N CARRY ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}