Delicious Taro Flavored Pancake Recipe You Must Try

Today, let's make this taro-flavored pancake. The recipe is super simple, even beginners can easily handle it. It's fragrant and sweet, but not greasy, a must-have breakfast choice for taro lovers.

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POSTED:02/27/2025
Level:Easy
Yield:2-4 servings
Total:30 min
(includes chilling time)
Active:10 min

Why do I like this recipe?

Rich texture: The natural sweetness of taro combined with the salty aroma of dried shrimp and sausage, crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, gives it a very layered taste.

Simple and easy to make: The recipe is very simple, and the ingredients are easy to prepare. There are no complicated steps, making it perfect for a daily snack.

Full of fragrance: The pancake is crispy, and the aroma of taro is not covered up. The golden crispy outer layer cooked on low heat has a particularly good texture.

Satisfying: This pancake is not greasy, yet you can taste various flavors, which makes it especially enjoyable.

What is taro?

Taro is a root vegetable.

Its appearance may be a bit rough, like a small tuber, but once you cut it open, the inside is soft and sticky, either white or light purple, with a creamy, delicate texture and a hint of sweetness.

Taro has different names in different places, but its use is generally the same. It can be used to make desserts or turned into savory dishes.

Where can you buy taro?

Asian supermarkets: This is the most reliable place to buy taro, especially if you live in a city. Many Asian supermarkets sell fresh taro. Common varieties include white taro and purple taro.

Farmers' markets: If you live near a farmers' market, they might also have fresh taro, especially in tropical and subtropical areas.

Large supermarkets: Some large supermarkets, like Walmart, Costco, etc., also carry taro, especially during the winter or spring seasons.

Online shopping platforms: If there’s no place nearby, you can also buy taro on online platforms like Amazon, eBay, or some local food e-commerce websites.

Local farms or organic food stores: Some farms grow taro, especially in tropical regions, or organic food stores might have it.

INGREDIENTS

MAIN INGREDIENTS

  • 300g taro (shredded)
  • 30g dried shrimp
  • 1 sausage (diced)

ACCESSORIES

  • 100g glutinous rice flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch (about 10g)
  • 10g chopped green onions (sprinkled on top)

SEASONINGS

  • 15ml oil (to brush the bottom of the pan)

DIRECTIONS

STEP 1

First, shred the taro and place it in a bowl for later use.

Shred taro

STEP 2

Then add the dried shrimp and diced sausage.

Add shrimp & sausage

STEP 3

Add 100g of glutinous rice flour and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch.

Add rice flour & starch

STEP 4

Add a little water (50-60ml), and mix it evenly with your hands.

Mix with water

STEP 5

Brush oil on the bottom of the pan, then add the mixed taro. Use your hands to flatten it, ensuring the taro is evenly spread across the pan.

Flatten in pan

STEP 6

Cook over low heat until both sides are golden brown.

Cook until golden

STEP 7

Before taking it out of the pan, sprinkle a handful of chopped green onions for extra fragrance, and it's done!

Sprinkle green onion & serve

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Secrets to making perfect pancakes

Don't make the batter too runny: The batter should have the right amount of moisture, otherwise it will either be dry or not crispy enough when cooked. When adjusting, you can add a little water, but not too much, just enough to keep it moist.

Cook on low heat: This is very important! If the heat is too high, it will burn, and the inside won't cook. Cook on low heat slowly, so the outside is crispy, and the inside is fully cooked, just right.

Evenly distribute the ingredients: Whether it's taro, sausage, or other ingredients, spread them evenly. This will make the texture better.

Don't use too much oil: Just brush a thin layer of oil on the bottom of the pan. Too much oil can make the pancake greasy.

Flip gently: When flipping the pancake, be gentle. Wait until the bottom is golden before flipping, so it won't break easily.

Flip multiple times: You can flip it several times to ensure both sides are evenly heated, so it won't have burnt spots.

Creative serving suggestions

If you want to make the pancake more creative, you can try the following ways to serve it:

Pair with sauces: Try dipping it in different sauces. For example, hot sauce, sweet chili sauce, or garlic sauce to add more layers of flavor, it’s super fun.

Make little rolls: Cut the pancake into strips, roll up some lettuce, ham slices, or beef jerky, and make mini rolls. It’s convenient and adds more texture.

Add yogurt or cheese: Serve the pancake with some yogurt or cream cheese on the side. This is especially good for those who love dairy flavors, the sweet and sour combo is unique.

Make a breakfast sandwich: Add a fried egg, some slices of avocado, or bacon on top of the pancake to make a creative breakfast.

Add fruits: For those who like sweet flavors, you can try adding some blueberries, strawberries, or a bit of honey to make the flavor rich and fresh.

Pair with pickles: If you like a sour and spicy taste, you can pair it with some pickles. This will make the flavor very unique, spicy with a bit of sourness, quite appetizing.

Storage instructions for leftovers

Leftover pancakes can be stored in an airtight container. If kept at room temperature, it's best to eat them the same day.

If you want to keep them for a longer time, you can place them in the fridge. The shelf life is about 2-3 days.

When reheating, you can heat them in the oven at 180°C for 5-10 minutes to restore the crispiness of the outer layer. If using a microwave, wrap them with a damp paper towel and heat them, which will help keep them moist.

Can you substitute other flours for glutinous rice flour?

If you want to substitute glutinous rice flour with other flours, these options are good:

All-purpose flour: You can use regular all-purpose flour, it will make the pancake a bit softer, but it will still hold its shape. However, it won't have the sticky texture that glutinous rice flour provides.

Cornstarch: If you like the flavor of corn, you can try cornstarch. It will give the pancake a different flavor and add some texture.

Sweet rice flour: If you want a stickier effect, sweet rice flour is a good choice. The pancakes made with it will be softer and have a texture more similar to traditional glutinous rice flour pancakes.

Whole wheat flour: If you prefer something healthier, you can use whole wheat flour. The pancake will have a richer flavor with a bit of whole wheat aroma.

Recipe analyzer

  • Recipes: Delicious Taro Flavored Pancake Recipe You Must Try
  • Main Ingredients:6
  • Servings per recipe:1
  • Servings size:528 g
Nutritional Summary of Recipe
Amount per 528 g= 1 serving(s)
  • Energy (calories):975 kcal
    45%
  • Protein:32.36 g
    59%
  • Fat:16.1 g Why gray?
    33%
  • Carbohydrates:176.99 g
    72%
Calorie breakdown
  • Protein: 12%
    117 kcal
  • Fat: 14%
    135 kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 74%
    725 kcal
The chart shows the percentage of calories intake (energy) coming from the respective macronutrients (fats, protein and carbohydrates).
Omega 6 : Omega 3
1:1
20:1
6:1
Both fatty acids are essential, but nowadays the majority of western diets include excessive amounts of Omega 6 acid.

The ratio shows whether the proportion of both fatty acids in your diet is optimal. Red color means too much of Omega 6 or too little of Omega 3. The data are rounded off and approximate.

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