Malanga Coco
Sold by weight, loose whole tubers sold per pound.
$0.99 /lb.
Avg. 1 lb.
Malanga coco is a starchy tropical root vegetable with brown, fibrous skin and creamy interior. Often used like potato for mashing, frying, or soups; sold fresh by weight at produce counters.
Malanga coco is a starchy tuber commonly used in Caribbean and Latin American cooking. The firm texture holds up to boiling, frying, and roasting. Peel and cook thoroughly before eating; it’s versatile for soups, stews, fritters, and mashed preparations. Choose firm, unblemished tubers without soft spots and use within a week for best quality.