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Mashua

A peppery Andean tuber from the nasturtium family.

Nutrition · estimated · per 100g
50Calories
1.5gProtein
11gCarbs
0.7gFat
0gFiber
0gSugar

Benefits

Key compounds

Complex carbohydratesvitamin Cfiber

Best for these goals

Andean staple tuber

How to use it

Boiled, baked, or frozen then thawed to sweeten; the peppery raw flavor softens with cooking

Evidence level

Traditional

Cautions & interactions

Sharp and peppery raw; usually cooked. Generally very safe as a food.
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