Malanga:
Name(s): Malanga (Cocoyam, Yautia)
Availability: All year. Caribbean, Central America.
Source: Mexico and the United States
Handling Tips: Keep cool 50°F and dry.
General Information: Similar to a yam in appearance and a potato in flavor. Used extensively in Cuba and Puerto Rico, it is most often peeled, boiled and eaten. Malanga has a woodsy taste with a hint of black walnut. Enjoy malanga deep-fried on chips or in fritters.