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Definition
Jicama or Mexican turnip; a vine in the legume family with a large, round, sweet, and crunchy white root.
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How it's used
Often found in traditional Cantonese home cooking, this root vegetable is prized for its refreshing crunch and mild sweetness. It is frequently used in soups or stir-fried with meat, but it is also commonly eaten raw as a snack, similar to how one might eat an apple. When selecting one, look for a firm, heavy root with smooth skin to ensure it is fresh and crisp.
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This jicama is very sweet, let's buy another one to make soup.
Do you prefer eating raw jicama or stir-fried jicama?
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