Konnyaku

Konnyaku is a gelatinous, neutral-flavored cake made from konjac, a root vegetable grown in Asia that has been used medicinally since the sixth century and has a natural odor from a chemical called trimethylamine that is also found in fish. This tuber, also known as elephant yam, is also used to make shirataki noodles. Both konnyaku and shirataki noodles are high in fiber, low in calories, and both gluten- and grain-free. The texture and fishy smell make it the ideal seafood substitute for Sampan Congee, Salt & Pepper “Squid”, and Three Treasures.