Taro may be hard when cooked because: 1. Varieties: If the variety of taro is hard, it will not taste soft no matter how you steam it; 2. Quality reasons: If the taro is not properly stored, If frostbite, deterioration, etc. occur, the taste will be hard after steaming; 3. Reason for not steaming: For larger pieces of taro, the taste will be hard if the cooking time is insufficient.
Why are taro hard when cooked
1. Variety reasons
Different varieties of taro have different textures when steamed. If you buy the texture, Harder taro. No matter how long it is steamed, it is difficult to steam it until it becomes soft. It tastes crispy, not soft.
2. Quality reasons
If taro suffers from frostbite, deterioration, etc. due to improper storage during the storage process, the taro that has already developed quality problems will not survive even after being steamed. The taste is also not good. Not only is it hard, but the taste is also poor. It is not recommended to continue eating this kind of taro.
3. Reasons for not steaming
For relatively large pieces of taro, if the cooking time is relatively short, or the taro is not cut properly during steaming, then the taro will not be steamed properly. It may be hard after it comes out, and the taste will not be soft.