Arbi (Taro Root)

Arbi (Taro Root) for Curries and Savoury Sides

Make comforting homemade meals with Arbi (Taro Root) from DesiBasket. Also called colocasia, this starchy root vegetable develops a tender texture and a gently nutty flavour when cooked. Choose from 250g, 500g or 1kg options for your next curry, sabzi or vegetable side.

Benefits in the Kitchen

Arbi (Taro Root) brings variety to everyday cooking and pairs well with aromatic spices, tomatoes and your favourite sauces.

• Use in spiced dry sabzi or a warming gravy-based curry.
• Boil until fully cooked, then season and mash for a hearty side dish.
• Roast cooked pieces for a tender centre and golden edges.
• Serve alongside rice, dal or flatbread for a varied meal.

Ingredients and Composition

Fresh taro corms (Colocasia esculenta), commonly sold as taro root or arbi. This listing is for the fresh vegetable, not taro leaves, flour or a prepared dish. Oil, spices and other ingredients mentioned in serving suggestions are not included.

Preparation and Important Cooking Guidance

Wash Arbi (Taro Root) thoroughly to remove soil. Peel carefully using a suitable peeler or knife, wearing food-safe gloves if handling the raw vegetable irritates your skin. Cut into evenly sized pieces. Do not eat or taste raw or undercooked taro: it contains naturally occurring calcium oxalate crystals that can cause irritation. Cook thoroughly until tender throughout; soaking alone is not a substitute for cooking.

How to Use for Best Results

• Boiled or mashed: Boil prepared pieces in water until fully tender, drain and season. Mash while warm if desired.
• Curries and sabzi: Boil the pieces until cooked through, drain, then combine with your chosen spices or sauce. Stir gently to help the pieces hold their shape.
• Roasted sides: Boil until cooked through, drain well and let the surface dry. Toss with oil and seasonings, then roast until the edges are golden.

Cooking time varies with the size of the pieces. Check that the centre is fully cooked before serving, rather than relying only on colour or browning.

Storage

Keep whole, unpeeled Arbi (Taro Root) in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight. Wash just before preparation. Refrigerate peeled or cut pieces in a covered container and use promptly. Follow any storage instructions or dates supplied with your order.