Taro purée

Taro purée,^[1] also known as taro mash or taro paste,^[2] (Chinese: 芋泥; pinyin: yùní; Pe̍h-ōe-jī: ō̍‑nî) is a traditional dessert in Fujianese cuisine and Teochew cuisine. Made from puréed taro and lard and served on a flat plate, the dessert is normally topped with toasted sesame seeds, and occasionally with candied ginkgo, red dates, or melon seeds.^[2]

Taro purée

A bowl of taro purée served in a flat plate, topped with roasted sesame seeds, melon seeds, and candied ginkgo.
Alternative names	Taro mash, Taro paste
Place of origin	China, Taiwan
Region or state	Fujian Province, Republic of China
Main ingredients	Taro, lard, sugar
Similar dishes	Ube halaya
Media: Taro purée

See also

• List of Chinese desserts
• Poi (food)