Tropical Taro Root and Coconut Soup

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-04-04 · Updated 2026-04-04

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A creamy, earthy soup featuring starchy taro root and rich coconut milk, infused with ginger and lime for authentic Polynesian comfort. This Polynesian-inspired soup recipe (vegetarian), ready in about 40 minutes, pairs taro root, coconut milk, chicken broth for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 280 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Polynesian cuisine 280 cal/serving

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Ingredients

1.5 cups, peeled and diced into 1/2-inch cubes taro root
1 can (13.5 oz) coconut milk
2 cups chicken broth
1 tbsp, minced fresh ginger
2 tbsp lime juice
2 tbsp, chopped fresh cilantro

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Instructions

Step 1: In a medium pot, combine 1.5 cups diced taro root, 1 can coconut milk, and 2 cups chicken broth. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce heat to low and cook for 20 minutes until taro is fork-tender.
Step 2: Stir in 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger and simmer uncovered for 5 more minutes until flavors meld and the soup thickens slightly.
Step 3: Remove from heat and stir in 2 tbsp lime juice and 2 tbsp chopped fresh cilantro. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with extra cilantro for garnish.