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JícamaAlternate names: Yam bean, Mexican yam bean, ahipa, saa got, Chinese potato, Mexican potato, Chinese turnip, Mexican turnip

Characteristics: Pronounced "HEEK-ah-mah," this tuber may not be much to look at with its big, round, squat shape, but underneath the rough brown skin is a flesh that is very crunchy and juicy with a subtle nutty and sweet flavor. Cooked, this vegetable adds texture and readily takes on other flavors, but enjoy jícama raw, too. Just peel and then slice before serving. In Mexico, wedges are sprinkled with lime juice and Chile powder. In Vietnam, julienned jícama is sometimes used in spring rolls

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