Parsley Root
Parsley Root
8oz bags - when refrigerated it will keep for about two to three weeks.
A long root veg that can be doubled rooted, it’s crisp, yet tender texture when raw and a smooth and creamy texture once cooked. The taste of is likened to a combination of celeriac, parsley and carrot. The tuber is very aromatic and is sometimes used as an herb. The entire plant, roots and greens, is edible. Use the tops as you would parsley herb but remove from the plant if fresh for storage purposes. Peel before using, you may use it both raw or cooked. Add into salads, slaws, cut into wedges for veggie platters. They are more commonly cooked. Makes great chips, fries, fritters. Add or two heads into your mash potatoes for light parsley flavour. It is also wonderful roasted with other veggies, on the BBQ, add into soups, curries or grain bowls.
Parsley root can be paired
Vegetables and Fruit - kale, corn, broccolini, kohlrabi, radishes, summer squash, carrots, beets, brussel sprouts, cabbage, horseradish, sweet potato, shallots, potatoes, turnips, pears, and apples.
Dairy and Meat - lamb, poultry, cream, milk, butter, duck, and parmesan cheese.
Others - thyme, savoury, sage, rice and hearty grains.
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