| Prep: 25 mins | Cook: 40 mins – 50 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 366 | 20g | 11g | 31g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 16g | 4g | 10g | 2.03g |
I’m so thrilled to share this recipe with all of you food lovers. I cannot stop raving about Taro Leaves in Tomato Sauce. It’s a vegetable-based dish that has connected me to a new level of culinary creativity. Remember, I come from a background where fried chicken and biscuits are timeless classics. So, integrating a recipe like this, has added an exotic touch to my familiar Southern cooking.
Vegetarian Delight with Southern Roots
No dish is complete without a Southern twist. While Taro Leaves in Tomato Sauce might not sound typically Southern, the tomatoes in the recipe hold a special place in my southern palette. Moreover, the tangy flavor of tomato sauce has always been my go-to choice for almost every seafood dish back home in Charleston. This recipe simply promises the same comfort with a vegetarian undertone.
Cooking Made Simple with Hearty Ingredients
What sets this recipe apart is how all the ingredients flawlessly come together to form an explosion of flavor. Soy sauce and white vinegar introduce savory and tangy notes. The sweetness of sugar, the spice hint from black pepper, and the creaminess of coconut milk all add to the eclectic mix. This dish isn’t just delicious, but absolutely nutritious, packed with the goodness of fresh Taro leaves, veggies, antioxidants from tomato and heart-healthy coconut milk.
Though Taro Leaves in Tomato Sauce is a standalone winner, it would pair well with dishes like grilled fish or roasted chicken if you’re including non-vegetarian options. If you’re holding a completely vegetarian feast, try it with some spicy tofu or lentil soup.
So, the next time you’re in mood for some creative cooking or want to serve something simultaneously healthy and delicious, Taro Leaves in Tomato Sauce should be your pick. Trust this Southern belle, Southern food traditions holds the secret to cooking – creating comfort with creativity, and this dish is no exception.
What You’ll Need
- 12 fresh taro leaves
- 2 cans (14.5 ounces each) diced tomatoes
- 1/2 cup tomato sauce
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
Method
Step One
Start by heating 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a large pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, add the chopped onion and minced garlic into the pan. Sauté them until they become aromatic and the onions are translucent.
Step Two
Following this, add both cans of diced tomatoes and the half cup of tomato sauce into the pan. Stir them properly to mix with the onions and garlic. Cook this mixture for 2-3 minutes or until it starts to boil.
Step Three
After that, add in your soy sauce, white vinegar, black pepper, and sugar into the pan. Stir everything together and let the sauce simmer for about 5 minutes to allow all the flavors to meld.
Step Four
Now it’s time to add the main ingredient. Carefully add the 12 fresh taro leaves into the pan. Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan and let it simmer for about 20 minutes. This will let the taro leaves absorb all the flavors from the sauce.
Step Five
Finally, pour in your cup of coconut milk into the pan. Stir gently to combine it with all other ingredients and let it simmer for another 5-10 minutes. Once you’ve ensured the taro leaves are cooked and the flavors have been incorporated well, you can remove the pan from heat.
Step Six
Your Taro Leaves in Tomato Sauce is ready to be served. Enjoy it hot with rice or as a side to your meal, it’s bursting with unique flavors and will surely be a hit.
