Preparation Pressure cook taro root for 3 whistles. Peel the taro root and cut it into small pieces. Place a vessel with a little oil, once the oil is heated add all the seasoning ingredients in the order mentioned above and once you hear the popping sounds add the taro root and mix well and cook for another 2 min. once it is done remove from stove and add the buttermilk and salt. It is ready to serve. It goes well with rice.