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Recipes by Category » Snacks & Party Foods » Deep-Fried Sugared Taro

Published: Apr 26, 2019 · Modified: Jun 16, 2020 by Nart · This post may contain affiliate links.

Deep-Fried Sugared Taro

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a stack of fried sugared taro

How familiar are you with taro? From my experience, the stuff is like Marmite in that you either hate it or love it. Too many people in my life hate it, but I ABSOLUTELY love it.

When I was growing up, my mother used to make different Thai desserts using taro and I enjoyed all of them (partly because I was a fat kid who enjoyed pretty much anything edible). I just really like its soft and dense texture. Also, we’re lucky enough to get the variety that has a really nice smell here in Thailand, which adds more to the goodness of this little guy.

a stack of fried sugared taro

This addictive taro snack or dessert recipe I’m sharing with you today is not Thai. I believe it originated in China, and Chinese restaurants seem to be the only places I’ve ever found it here in Thailand. Although this deep-fried sugared taro is more of a snack to me, it’s often listed in the dessert section of the menu in Thai-Chinese restaurants. I suppose it’s not entirely wrong, but as much as I love it, I think it can be a little bit too much after a Chinese meal that’s, let’s be honest, usually oily. Besides, it seems to be way overpriced in restaurants for God knows what reason.

If you like this deep-fried sugared taro, I think it’s best you make it yourself because you can control the ingredients. You know, like, what oil you’re using, the amount of sugar, that sort of thing. Also, it’ll be much cheaper. And the best part? You don’t have to eat it right after a meal and you can enjoy it with your favorite cup of tea (or try my honey and lemon green tea) as an afternoon pick me up instead! Trust me, it’s so much better this way. Not to mention it’s not complicated to make at all.

So what are you waiting for? Get the shopping done and give this recipe a try. I promise you’ll love it!

a stack of fried sugared taro

Deep-Fried Sugared Taro Recipe

This is an addictive taro snack that doesn't take long to make and so good with a cup of tea!
5 from 23 votes
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Prep Time: 25 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Servings: 800 grams
Author: Nart

Ingredients

  • 1½ cups oil
  • 800 grams taro cut into 1.5 cm thick sticks
  • ¾ cup granulated sugar
  • 3 tablespoons water
  • ½ teaspoons salt
  • ½ cup finely chopped green onions

Instructions

  • Heat oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, deep-fry the taro in two batches for about 4-5 minutes each. Be careful not to let it get too brown.
  • When the taro is done, turn off the heat and use a slotted spoon to transfer it to a large plate lined with paper towels.
  • Remove the oil from the wok (this can be stored for later use) and use a paper towel to discard any excess oil in the wok.
  • Over low heat, dissolve sugar and salt with water. Once the sugar is fully dissolved, add the green onions and turn off the heat.
  • Add the fried taro back to the wok and use two spoons to mix the taro with the sugar mixture, making sure every piece is coated on all sides. Let the sugar solidify and serve warm.

Notes

This taro snack/dessert should be enjoyed warm within one go, as it will not be good when reheated.
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  1. Jacqueline Debono says

    May 14, 2020 at 8:02 pm

    5 stars
    I don’t think I have ever had taro but it looks and sounds interesting. Need to find a way to try it!

    Reply
    • Nart says

      June 01, 2020 at 8:09 am

      Yes, you do!! 🙂

      Reply
  2. Relle says

    May 14, 2020 at 3:21 pm

    This sounds lovely. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Nart says

      June 01, 2020 at 8:09 am

      Thank you 🙂

      Reply
  3. Anindya Sundar Basu says

    May 14, 2020 at 10:09 am

    5 stars
    They look so yummy that I will like to do this . Thansk for the recipe

    Reply
    • Nart says

      June 01, 2020 at 8:10 am

      Thank you and you’re welcome 🙂

      Reply
  4. Angela says

    May 14, 2020 at 9:36 am

    I am so intrigued by this. I grew up visiting my family in Maui and had a lot of taro and sugar cane -this has me nostalgic and I need to make this.

    Reply
    • Nart says

      June 01, 2020 at 8:11 am

      Never been to Maui but happy to hear this recipe brought back some good memories to you. Hope you can find taro where you live 🙂

      Reply
  5. LaRena Fry says

    May 14, 2020 at 4:04 am

    5 stars
    What a unique sounding recipe. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Nart says

      June 01, 2020 at 8:13 am

      You’re welcome!

      Reply
  6. Christy Boston's Kitchen says

    May 14, 2020 at 1:23 am

    I saw the first photo and could almost smell and taste this yummy treat. A great recipe to make at home when taro is hard to come by in the store. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Nart says

      June 01, 2020 at 8:13 am

      You’re welcome!

      Reply
  7. Sonila says

    May 13, 2020 at 6:26 pm

    5 stars
    I have never tried taro before, or at least not that I know of. I enjoyed reading your post and learning about it. Great recipe, photography and writing!! It’s always a pleasure to read your posts and recipes:)

    Reply
    • Nart says

      June 01, 2020 at 8:17 am

      Thank you so much, Sonila! I put so much effort into it and it’s so great to heat that!

      Reply
  8. Rochelle says

    May 13, 2020 at 3:21 pm

    5 stars
    This is such a new concept to me. Really eager to give this a try 🙂 Thanks Nart!

    Reply
    • Nart says

      June 01, 2020 at 8:20 am

      You’re welcome, girl 🙂

      Reply
  9. Adrianne says

    May 03, 2020 at 10:16 am

    5 stars
    I haven’t cooked with taro before, so I find this really interesting as it is new to me. I love trying new tastes and flavours so I look forward to enjoying your recipe. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Nart says

      June 01, 2020 at 9:33 am

      You’re welcome!

      Reply
  10. Rhonda says

    May 03, 2020 at 9:47 am

    5 stars
    I had to laugh as I would never compare it Marmite, as I love taro, but feel the opposite about Marmite. This recipe looks interesting, and makes me wonder if the taro I have eaten in the past had sugar as I never made it myself – yet.

    Reply
    • Nart says

      June 01, 2020 at 8:41 am

      Lol. If you love taro, you’re definitely gonna love this 🙂

      Reply
  11. Mirlene says

    May 03, 2020 at 7:02 am

    5 stars
    Such an interesting treat! I love it. Will be adding it to my collection.

    Reply
    • Nart says

      June 01, 2020 at 9:34 am

      Awesome, thank you!

      Reply
  12. Emily Liao says

    May 03, 2020 at 6:19 am

    5 stars
    I love taro – so this recipe was a no brainer! It was so easy to make and the perfect snack and side to eat with my meal.

    Reply
    • Nart says

      June 01, 2020 at 9:34 am

      Yayyyyyy! Glad you enjoyed it!

      Reply
  13. Cathleen @ A Taste of Madness says

    May 03, 2020 at 6:16 am

    5 stars
    I only ever made bubble tea with fresh taro, I have never actually made a snack with it. This is such a great idea!! I need to give this a go!

    Reply
    • Nart says

      June 01, 2020 at 9:34 am

      Thanks! And yes, you do!

      Reply
  14. Andres Escoto says

    August 04, 2019 at 1:53 am

    5 stars
    I would love to try this recipe with Taro. I like Taro like you don’t have any idea. You should try to research for an icecream recipe with Taro because is really tasfeful.

    Reply
    • nart says

      August 08, 2019 at 11:09 am

      Hi Andres! Thanks for the suggestion! Will definitely do that.

      Hope you get to try this recipe 😉

      Reply
  15. Tiffany says

    April 29, 2019 at 6:58 pm

    This looks delicious. Thanks for sharing ♥️ ♥️ Let me know if you are interested in doing collabs! xx

    Reply
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