259gElephant Yam (Karunai Kilangu / Suran)
Elephant Yam, locally known as Karunai Kilangu in Tamil, is a nutritious and medicinal root vegetable widely grown in South India.
Description
It is an underground tuber with a rough brown outer skin and a greyish-pink flesh inside.
When cooked, it becomes soft and mildly spicy in taste.
It is commonly used in curries, fries, gravies, sambhar, and traditional dishes.
Nutritional Value
Rich in dietary fiber.
High in carbohydrates.
Contains calcium, potassium, phosphorus, iron, and vitamin B6.
Very low in fat.
Health Benefits
Improves digestion.
Helps regulate blood sugar levels.
Strengthens bones.
Traditionally used to reduce body heat and relieve joint pain.




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