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Selection and Preparation of Mashed Taro

1.1 Selection and handling of taro

The main ingredient for making mashed taro is taro, and its variety and handling directly affect the final texture and flavor. It is recommended to use Lipu taro because of its delicate texture and soft taste, which is suitable for making mashed taro. When handling taro, it should be washed and cut into cubes of about 1.5 cm to ensure that it is evenly heated and more easily cooked during the subsequent cooking process.

1.2 Addition and function of purple potatoes

The addition of purple potatoes not only adds attractive color and layers to the mashed taro, but also provides natural sweetness and avoids the need to add extra sugar. When preparing, purple potatoes should be chopped together with taro, and the amount added is usually about 1/10 of the taro, in order to retain the main flavor of mashed taro.

Cooking methods for mashed taro

2.1 Steaming taro and purple potatoes

Steaming is the basic step in making mashed taro and affects the taste and texture.

**Selection**: Choose fresh taro from Lipu and an appropriate amount of purple potatoes.

**Preparation**: Wash the taro and purple potatoes, peel off the outer skin, and cut or slice them.

**Steaming technique**: Place the processed ingredients in a steamer and steam over medium heat for about 20 minutes until cooked through, using chopsticks to pierce through as a judgment standard.

During the steaming process, the sugars of taro and purple potatoes will be partially converted to form the base sweetness of mashed taro. Sugar can be added in moderation according to personal taste, and a pinch of salt can be added during steaming to enhance the flavor.

Seasoning and processing of mashed taro

3.1 Seasoning principles and techniques

Seasoning is a key step in enhancing the taste of mashed taro:

**Add in moderation**: Add seasonings according to personal taste, avoiding over-sweet or over-salty.

**Layered**: Add seasonings gradually to make the flavor rich and not single.

**Adjust at the right time**: Try more during the seasoning process and adjust the type and amount of seasoning according to the actual situation.

3.2 Common Seasonings and Their Functions

**Sugar**: To add sweetness, white granulated sugar or rock sugar is commonly used.

**Salt**: A small amount to enhance the fresh flavor of taro puree, but not too much.

**Butter**: Increase the aroma and taste, make the mashed taro more fine.

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