{"product_id":"dasheen","title":"Dasheen","description":"\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDasheen (Taro)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003eDasheen—also widely known as Taro—is a starchy, heart-shaped tuber harvested from the \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"86\"\u003eColocasia esculenta\u003c\/i\u003e plant, a water-loving botanical that thrives in the damp, \"wet-land\" soils of Guyana and the West Indies. Encased in a rough, hairy, and ringed brown skin with a flesh that ranges from snowy white to a speckled lavender, it is a primary \"ground provision\" of the Caribbean. These corms are chosen for their high fiber and complex carbohydrate content, historically valued as a natural \"strength-builder\" and a grounding source of sustained energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eFlavor Profile\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eThe flavor is deeply nutty, earthy, and mildly sweet, often carrying a subtle, water-chestnut-like aroma. Because it is a dense, starch-heavy botanical, it has a heavy, dry, and slightly floury body when boiled, which transforms into a silky, creamy consistency when pounded or blended. It leaves a rich, starchy, and comforting sensation on the palate that is uniquely substantial compared to other tropical roots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eTypical Use\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eIt is most frequently used as a boiled staple or a thickening base for iconic Caribbean \"one-pot\" meals. In Caribbean households, dasheen is carefully peeled (often under running water to avoid skin irritation) and \"set\" into pots of soup or boiled alongside salt-meat and green bananas. Because of its high starch content, it is a favorite for \"Oil Down\" or \"Blue Food\" dishes, so named for the slight bluish-grey tint the tuber takes on after being cooked.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCultural Use \u0026amp; Recipes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eVitality Provision:\u003c\/b\u003e Culturally, dasheen is used as a natural tonic to \"stiffen the back\" and provide the physical fortification needed for a long day of labor. It is a staple in Caribbean agricultural traditions for its ability to provide a \"heavy\" stomach that wards off hunger for hours.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe \"Boiled and Sautéed\" Dasheen:\u003c\/b\u003e To prepare traditionally, peel the hairy skin and cube the root, boiling it in salted water until tender. Once drained, the cubes are often \"set\" in a pan with sautéed onions, garlic, hot bird peppers, and a handful of flaked saltfish. This savory combination is a hallmark of a traditional weekend breakfast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\n\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCallaloo Thickener:\u003c\/b\u003e For a classic preparation, the dasheen root is diced small and added to a pot of \"Callaloo\" (made from the dasheen’s own young leaves). As it boils, the root dissolves slightly, acting as a natural thickener that provides the signature velvety, creamy texture to the dish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFresh dasheen root sold by weight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003eAvailable by the pound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003ePeel and cook thoroughly before eating.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mohabir Market","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47841594441982,"sku":"MM-FP-DASHEEN","price":3.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0792\/9423\/4878\/files\/Dasheen.jpg?v=1773776915","url":"https:\/\/mohabirmarket.com\/products\/dasheen","provider":"Mohabir Market","version":"1.0","type":"link"}