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Arracacha

An Andean root that tastes of carrot, celery, and roasted chestnut at once.

Nutrition · estimated · per 100g
98Calories
1gProtein
24gCarbs
0.3gFat
3gFiber
0gSugar

Benefits

Key compounds

Complex carbohydratescalciumvitamin A precursorsfiber

Best for these goals

South American staple root

How to use it

Boiled and mashed, added to soups and stews, or fried; cooks faster and softer than potato

Evidence level

Traditional

Cautions & interactions

Eaten cooked. Highly perishable once harvested. Generally very safe.
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