Arrowheads are a real traditional New Year's snack in China. The texture of the arrowhead resembles a cross between a potato and a water chestnut. The tubers of the arrowhead are edible, but must first be roasted or boiled. The flavour is similar to a cross between a crisp and prawn crackers.
Storage advice
Stored for up to 2 weeks in a plastic bag in the fridge.
Availability
Winter
Country of origin
China
How to prepare
To clean the tubers, begin by rinsing them in a bowl of water. Then remove the reddish brown layer. And the top and bottum parts.
