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Uhi

The Hawaiian yam, the same species as ube, carried across the Pacific as a canoe crop.

Nutrition · estimated · per 100g
118Calories
1.5gProtein
27gCarbs
0.1gFat
4gFiber
0.5gSugar

Benefits

Key compounds

Complex carbohydratesfiberpotassium

Best for these goals

Storable starch

How to use it

Peeled, then boiled, steamed, or baked; too mealy to make into poi, unlike taro

Evidence level

Traditional

Cautions & interactions

A true yam — always cook before eating; the thick skin is discarded.
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