taro stem
Refers to the edible stem of the taro plant, used as a vegetable in Japanese cuisine. Often simmered, pickled, or used in stews. Also known as 芋がら (いもがら).
See also: 芋がら (いもがら)
When you simmer taro stems, you can enjoy their soft, starchy texture.
この地方では、ずいきの酢の物がよく食べられている。
In this region, vinegared taro stem salad is commonly eaten.
Standard kanji spelling for taro stem as a food ingredient.
Kana spelling is common in everyday writing, especially in recipes and market contexts.
Alternate kanji spelling; less common than 芋茎.
The reading ずいき is thought to derive from 芋茎 (いもぐき), with sound changes. The kanji 芋茎 literally means 'taro stem'.