What is "arracache"? Cannot find it in the dictionary

Question

It is an ingredient in a recipe for picadillo.

Answer 1

From wikipedia, here

The arracacha (Arracacia xanthorriza) is a garden root vegetable originally from the Andes, somewhat intermediate between the carrot and celery. Its starchy taproot is a popular food item in South America, especially in Brazil where it is a major commercial crop.

Answer 2

Hi, Patsy. Welcome to the forum.

arracacha.

(Del quechua racacha).

1. f. Hierba perenne de la familia de las Umbelíferas, originaria de América, que crece en tierras frías y cuya raíz tuberosa, gruesa y de color amarillo, se come cocida.

Answer 3

Hi Patsy,

Thank you so much for joining SpanishDict! I'm looking forward to visiting you in Costa Rica! Pura vida!!!!

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