MANILA, Philippines — Yes, you can make a sweet dessert tart using gabi (taro). Simply make your usual crust, then prepare a filling of mashed gabi combined with butter, milk and nuts ...

Taro contains oxalic acid, an irritant, so you need to wear protective gloves when handling the vegetable, or it will make your hands itch. For the same reason, make sure the taro is fully cooked ...

Peel the skin off the taro root using a knife or potato peeler ... that focuses on authentic and traditional Kerala recipes. Do you have a favourite recipe to share? Write to us at food@ ...