How to Make Taro in Coconut Cream and Honey

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Using a peeler

   Wash the taro to remove all traces of dirt.
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   Step 2: peel off the outer covering of four individual tubers of taro.

   , Boil the taro until the soft. , Once the taro is ready, drain out the water and put the taro in a bowl whilst you work on making the coconut and honey cream. , Scrape out the juicy white flesh and place it into a bowl.
   
   Do not add water to the scrapings. , Twist the edges in opposite directions so that the juices can be squeezed out.
   
   Extract as much coconut cream from the scrapings as you can. , Put it on the stove at lower heat. , At this point, add 3 to 4 tablespoons of honey. , Remove the cream from the heat once thickened. , Mix gently to ensure that all surfaces of the taro have been coated in the cream. , To complete the presentation of the taro in coconut and honey cream, grate a handful of chopped shallots and sprinkle them over the surface of the taro.
   
   Serve immediately.
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   Step 3: Cut the peeled and washed taro into halves.

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   Step 4: Place the pieces of taro in a saucepan of boiling water.

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   Step 5: Drain.

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   Step 6: Crack open two coconuts in halves.

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   Step 7: Place a handful of scraped coconut flesh into a mesh bag.

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   Step 8: Transfer the coconut cream to a small pot.

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   Step 9: Heat the coconut cream up slowly until you see it bubbling.

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    Step 10: Continue to stir the mixture until it thickens.

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    Step 11: Pour the cooked coconut and honey cream all over the taro.

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    Step 12: Serve.

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