is taro root karnakilangu .. pls help me
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- From: Hemant (@ 203.195.208.26)
on: Wed Jul 9 02:08:38 EDT 2003
Hello Preeti,
No they are not same.
The calcium oxalate quantity in Taro is very high (in outer skin).
The flash is pink and irritating to throat and is generally treated with Sour Tamarind juice before eating.
Taro Root
This potato-esque root has brown skin and grayish flesh that is sometimes tinged with purple. Grown in tropical regions, it is important in the diets of West Africa, the Caribbean, and the Polynesian islands. When cooked, taro root has a nutty flavor. The large edible leaves of the root, called callaloo in the Caribbean, can be prepared like mustard or turnip greens.
The taro root: a versatile tuber
The taro root, also known as "dasheen", "eddo" and "kalo", is cultivated in many areas of the world including West Africa, Asia, Central America, South America and the Caribbean and Polynesian islands. A staple among many of the people who reside in these geographic regions, taro root is most well-known as the ingredient of the Hawaiian dish "poi", which is made from steaming or boiling the taro root then mashing it into a paste. Because of the taro root's popularity with the early civilizations that inhabited Hawaii, more than 350 varieties of taro root were previously grown on the islands. However, today that number has dwindled down to seven to twelve varieties.
Taro root is a starchy tuber vegetable that looks like, and can be used similar to, a potato. It does, however, have a hairy outer coating on its surface that is similar to the coating on a coconut. Because of this, when preparing to use a taro root, the root's outer skin must first be removed. This procedure is easy to do. However, some individual's can acquire a skin irritation towards the juices that are secreted by the taro root as its skin is being removed. Therefore, to be on the safe side, when peeling a taro root's skin, use protective rubber gloves. Additionally, because taro root can be toxic in its raw state, always cook it before using.
A taro root can be grown on both dry and wet land, as in a bog. The type of taro root that is used to grow in wet lands can also grow on dry land. This is not the case, however, with the type of taro root that is cultivated to grow specifically on dry land. This dry land taro root typically has a dark purple skin and white roots. Additionally, it contains a moist flesh inside. Although taro roots are grown year round, they are typically harvested in the fall. This is because they reach their peak in maturity then.
Taro roots can be used as an alternative to potatoes. They do, however, have somewhat of a nut-like flavor when cooked. Common uses for taro roots include frying, baking, roasting, boiling, or steaming them as an accompaniment to meat dishes. They are also often used in soups or stews. Additionally, vegetarians have found the cooked taro root to be a delicious addition to meals such as antipasto salads that include endives, peppers, tomatoes, chicory, and fresh herbs. Another reason that the taro root has gained in popularity for cooking purposes is because its starch is easily digestible. Additionally, taro roots are extremely nutritious as they provide a good source of fiber, contain a high amount of protein, calcium, and phosphorus, and supply approximately 95 calories per adult serving.
To determine whether a taro root is suitable for use, make sure that the root is firm to the touch, and has hairy roots. Once you have selected your roots, you can store them in your home for up to one week provided that the roots are stored in a cool and dry location, preferably at approximately 50ºF. Additionally, when storing taro roots, make sure that the roots do not dry out.
Besides purchasing taro root in its natural state to use for cooking purposes, many manufacturers have developed food products that incorporate the use of taro root as an ingredient. These include the following: taro chips, which are similar to potato chips, cookies, and vegetarian taro burgers. All these items are available for immediate consumption.
Because of its diversity, the taro root vegetable can easily be used as a healthy alternative to potatoes and other tubers.
Title: The taro root: a versatile tuber
Description: Explains what a taro root is, where and how it is grown, and provides common uses for it.
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- From: preeti (@ 70-pool2.ras10.ilchi.alerondial.net)
on: Thu Jul 10 13:34:33 EDT 2003
Thank u very much hemantji , by the way whats the english name of karunakelangu , can we get that in USA
- From: Hemant (@ 203.195.208.26)
on: Thu Jul 10 14:32:26 EDT 2003
YAM (or) ELEPHANT YAM
SENAI KILANGU Karuna Kizangu.
Please ask for Elephant yam in Chinese Vegetable shop.
- From: preeti (@ 112-pool1.ras10.ilchi.alerondial.net)
on: Thu Jul 10 18:14:13 EDT 2003
senai kizhangu is the big one right ? my mom used to put coconut oil for her hands and start cutting that vegetable .. is senai kizhangu and karna kizhangu the same .. i want to know the difference between seppa kizhangu , karna kizhangu and senai kizhangu .. pls hlp me ...
- From: Idiappam (@ cache139.156ce.maxonline.com.sg)
on: Fri Jul 11 15:11:51 EDT 2003
1. Karunai kizhangu = sEnai kizhangu (sEnai is more often used in Malayalam. Karunai, more in Tamil)
Common English name: Elephant Yam, - sometimes elephant foot yam.
Botanical name: Amorphophallus paeoniifolius (Dennst.)
View images at:
http://hortiplex.gardenweb.com/plants/jour/p/44/gw1001644/105663996863992.jpeg
http://hortiplex.gardenweb.com/plants/jour/p/45/gw1001645/270221997919455.jpeg
http://www.aroid.org/pollination/hyndman/11.html
2. sEppan kizhangu (sEmbu)
Common English Name: Taro, Cocoyam
Botanical Name: Colocasia esculenta (Linn)
View images at:
http://waynesword.palomar.edu/images/taro1b.gif
http://www.mobot.org/gardeninghelp/plantfinder/photoa/A442.jpg
http://www.asiasource.org/graphics/glossary/448tar.jpg
http://www.csdl.tamu.edu/FLORA/pic1/taro2.jpg
http://www.indmedplants-kr.org/COLOCASIA_ESCULENTA.jpg
- From: preeti (@ 1-pool2.ras10.ilchi.alerondial.net)
on: Sun Jul 13 12:35:09 EDT 2003
Thank u idiappam ..
- From: Ramadas (@ dclient217-162-115-14.hispeed.ch)
on: Sun Jul 13 13:05:22 EDT 2003
thank you, Idiyappam for those superb links containing pictures of seppam kizhangu!
- From: Hemant (@ 203.195.208.26)
on: Sun Jul 13 13:39:04 EDT 2003
Taro Root has been cultivated in India and is passed off as Karunai kizangu.
When you cut open our usual friendly Kirunai kizangu, it is creamy /light yellowish and the outer skin does not irritate.It does not have the earthy taste associated with Pink Imposter.!!!
- From: N Rajendran (@ )
on: Sat Jun 5 10:41:47
send me some images of colacsia(taro),Elephant foot yam ,COLEUS,and Typhonium,with their specific varieties relesed in India as well abrod
- From: Mrs. Suhera Farook (@ 213.42.2.29)
on: Sun Jun 6 06:09:29 EDT 2004
Hi Idiappam,
You are confusing with the links. Karunai Kizhangu and Senai Kizhangu is not the same. Elephant Yam is Senai.
Karunai Kizhangu is not in use in Kerala. Your links are Sembu,w hich is widely used in kerala.
Karunai Kizhangu Lehyam is famous for piles and it is used in Siddha medicines.
It helps to increase sperm count problems for males.
Hence this is jovially called mercy kizhangu also
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