Overview
A moist starchy corm with potassium, soluble fiber, and moderate carbohydrate density
- Standard portion: 100 g
- Approx. 53 kcal per serving
Food noteShow details
- Taro should be cooked thoroughly because raw corms may irritate the mouth and throat from calcium oxalate crystals. Compared with sweet potato
- It is lower in energy per 100 g but higher in potassium density.
IngredientsShow details
- Taro
Serving guidanceShow details
Best with
- Miso
- Dashi
- Ginger
Use caution with
- Raw intake
- Renal potassium restriction
Pros & consShow details
Pros
- Potassium rich
- Gentle starch
- Soluble fiber
Cons
- Needs cooking
- Oxalate irritation risk
- Potassium caution
Calorie comparisonShow details
| Serving | Calories | Protein (P) | Carbs (C) | Fat (F) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
1 serve100 g | 53 kcal | 1.2 g | 11.2 g | 0.1 g |
Per 50 g50 g | 26.5 kcal | 0.6 g | 5.6 g | 0.05 g |
Per 100 g100 g | 53 kcal | 1.2 g | 11.2 g | 0.1 g |
Per 150 g150 g | 80 kcal | 1.8 g | 16.8 g | 0.15 g |
Per 200 g200 g | 106 kcal | 2.4 g | 22.4 g | 0.2 g |
Per 250 g250 g | 133 kcal | 3 g | 28 g | 0.25 g |