Suran (Whole)

Bring Home Tradition with Fresh Suran

Suran, or Elephant Foot Yam, is a nutrient-dense, starchy tuberous vegetable popular in Indian cuisine, known for aiding digestion, weight management, and reducing cholesterol. It is rich in potassium, Vitamin C, and fibre.Suran is a nutrient-dense tuber and good source of carbs. In Indonesia, Suran is the third most important source of carbohydrates after rice and corn. The tubers are rich in vitamin C, B-complex (thiamine, riboflavin and niacin), potassium and manganese. The corm also contains beta-carotene, as evidenced in its orange-hued flesh. Suran is a good source of dietary fiber and phytosterols, which are compounds that help lower bad or “LDL” cholesterol, making it heart healthy and easy to digest. Suran has a lower glycemic index than potatoes, which is ideal for diabetic diets.