Mashan-grown taro. [Photo/WeChat account: wxbhfb]
Mashan subdistrict in Binhu district, Wuxi has been growing taro for more than 1,000 years. The vegetable recently hit the market.
Steamed taro goes well with sugar or honey. [Photo/WeChat account: wxbhfb]
Mashan-grown taro, featuring a soft taste and delightful aroma, can be made into both desserts and dishes.
Boiled taro with dried sweet-scented osmanthus. [Photo/WeChat account: wxbhfb]
The easiest way to prepare taro is steaming. After being steamed for 30 minutes, the taro can be dipped into sugar.
Braised taro with port in brown sauce. [Photo/WeChat account: wxbhfb]
The most traditional way to eat taro in Wuxi is to boil it with dried sweet-scented osmanthus, while the most common way is to braise it with pork in brown sauce.
Come enjoy this delicious food before it's too late!
