Nutrition

Malanga is high in starch (a form of carbo-hydrate), which means it is also high in calories, with about 340 calories in a 3½-ounce/100-gram serving. It is a good source of potassium, vitamin B₆, riboflavin, and thiamine. The starch granules are easily digested through the blood stream, making malanga an ideal food for anyone who is gluten intolerant or has digestive problems.