This simple and delicious recipe calls for tiquisque: a variety of taro common in Costa Rica. It looks like a hairy, ugly potato and is often sold in Latin or other ethnic markets. If you can’t find it at nearby stores, feel free to substitute with potatoes.
Chef's notes
*Tiquisque is a variety of taro common in Costa Rica. It looks like a hairy, ugly potato and is often sold in Latin or other ethnic markets. If you can’t find it at nearby stores, feel free to substitute with potatoes.
Steps
1
Making the Soup
Ingredients
8 cups water
4 cups low-sodium vegetable broth
1 cup rice, uncooked
1 sweet onion (like Vidalia), minced
3 cloves garlic, minced
1 chayote squash, cubed
1 carrot, peeled and cut into 1⁄4-inch rounds
1 white sweet potato, peeled and cubed
1 tiquisque*, peeled and cubed
Salt and pepper (optional)
In a soup pot, combine all ingredients and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat to a low simmer and cook for 30 minutes, or until rice is cooked through.
Add salt and pepper to taste before serving.
