Vegetables · Fresh

Cassava

Also called yuca, manioc, tapioca root, mogo

Starchy tropical root with a dense, waxy white flesh; must be peeled and well cooked, then boiled, fried as chips, mashed or grated into cakes. Often sold frozen.

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What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodTaro

    Softer and creamier, less fibrous and chewy; cooks faster.

  • T2 · GoodYam

    Similar starchy body but drier and less chewy when fried.

  • T3 · In a pinchPotatoes

    Much lighter and less dense; falls apart sooner in stews.

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