Frozen Taro – From Humble Roots to Premium Ingredient in the Global Food Supply Chain
Taro, with its creamy texture and distinctive earthy aroma, has long been a staple in Asian cuisine—featured in sweet treats like desserts, puddings, and cakes, as well as in savory dishes such as curries, stews, and deep-fried specialties. Beyond its traditional flavor, taro is also a source of healthy carbohydrates, low in fat, and rich in fiber and vitamins, making it an ideal choice for today’s health-conscious and clean-eating consumers.
To meet the growing demand for efficient, high-quality food ingredients, frozen taro has emerged as an ideal solution—offering long shelf life, ease of use, and consistent quality while preserving the original taste and texture of fresh taro. The product is made from carefully selected, high-grade taro roots, cleaned and cut into various forms—typically cubes, round slices, or large chunks—and then frozen using BQF (Block Quick Freezing) technology to maintain its natural color, aroma, and elasticity.
Frozen taro is now a widely used ingredient in industrial food production—including mooncake fillings, taro pastries, plant-based milk, mochi, bubble tea toppings, frozen desserts, and ready-to-eat sweet soups. It is also valued by restaurant chains, institutional kitchens, and frozen food retailers for its convenience, reduced prep time, minimized waste, and assured food safety.
Beyond domestic markets, Vietnamese frozen taro is in high demand across Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, China, Singapore, and the United States—where year-round needs for frozen agricultural ingredients are steadily rising. With its light purple or marbled violet color, mild signature aroma, and naturally soft texture, frozen taro stands out in both modern menus and traditional dishes.
Produced under strict quality control without preservatives, the product meets international food safety certifications such as HACCP, ISO, FDA, and more. It offers a shelf life of 12–18 months when stored at -18°C, and can be packed in vacuum-sealed pouches or carton boxes with liner bags, depending on market needs and OEM requirements.
Frozen taro is more than just a culinary ingredient—it's a perfect blend of modern preservation technology and the traditional value of agricultural produce. Rich in Asian flavor and nutritional value, it is ready to make its mark on the global food market.