Jicama

Widely raised in China and elsewhere in Asia, this sand-colored, bulbous root vegetable has sweet, crisp white flesh that can be eaten raw or cooked. Called sah gut by the Cantonese, it is a good substitute for water chestnuts. Uncut jicama will keep in a brown paper bag in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days. Peeled and sliced jicama will keep in a closed plastic bag in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days.