Fresh Koorka also known as Chinese potato, is a small, brown, hairy root vegetable widely used in Kerala cuisine. It has a firm texture and a mildly sweet, nutty flavor that deepens when cooked. Fresh koorka is commonly cleaned, chopped, and used in stir-fries (koorka mezhukkupuratti), curries, and thoran, where it pairs well with coconut, spices, and curry leaves. Nutritious and filling, it is a seasonal favorite in traditional Kerala cooking.