What Is Tapioca? Tapioca is a type of starch that’s extracted from the tubers of the cassava plant. It originated in South American countries like Peru and Mexico, but it’s used across the ...

Cook for about 45 minutes or until the tapioca pearls are translucent (no white specks in the center) and the mixture is sufficiently thickened.

How Do I Use Tapioca Pearls? Tapioca pudding is historically the most common tapioca dish in the U.S. It’s made using tapioca pearls, which are small, white balls with no flavor that are used mostly ...