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Elephant foot yam

Also called suran, jimikand, oal

Large, knobbly corm with dense, starchy flesh that must be cooked thoroughly (often with tamarind) to tame its itchiness; used in Indian curries, fries and kebabs.

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What can replace it

  • T2 · GoodTaro

    Softer and creamier; less firm in curries.

  • T2 · GoodYam

    Less earthy and slightly drier; holds shape in curries.

  • T3 · In a pinchPotatoes

    Milder and softer, with none of the earthy bite.

Cook with Elephant foot yam

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