Tuber

cassava

Cooked starchy root with a soft, slightly fibrous texture; a neutral side served fried or boiled, base for purees and fritters.

Who it fits

Low-FODMAPVeganVegetarianGluten-freeLactose-free

General guidance based on composition — not a clinical label and not a substitute for professional care.

What it does in cooking

The sensory role of the ingredient — what it brings in flavor and texture, and what it pairs with.

Flavor

Sweetness2
Umami1
Richness1

Texture

Creaminess3
Crispiness2
Chewiness3

Pairs with

salted butterdried beef (carne seca)garlicsaltbacon

Glycemic index

46Low

low ≤55medium 56–69high ≥70
source: Tabelas Internacionais de IG (Diabetes Care, 2008)

A reference value (glucose = 100), not a personal prediction: the real response depends on the whole meal, the preparation and you. Not a substitute for professional care.

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Dishes this ingredient goes into — clone any one to make your version.

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