noun
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)
ずいきを煮物にすると、ほっくりとした食感が楽しめる。
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.
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'.