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Salsify

Salsify is for culinary adventurers

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Salsify are slowly regaining ground in kitchens. The shape of the thin root does not suggest that the interior is very appetising. Underneath the brown bark-like skin, you will find a creamy white interior with a fibrous texture.

The taste is described as slightly bitter and nutty, with a hint of asparagus and artichoke. This is why salsify are also called 'poor man's asparagus'. Professional chefs and cooks who like to put something different on the table adore its delicate taste.

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Storage advice

  • Transport and storage: Salsify keep longer under cool conditions. A temperature between 2 and 4˚C is perfect for transport and storage.
  • Shop: Salsify prefers a spot in the cold store, but can also be displayed on the regular shelves if needs be.

Our salsify are grown in:

The Netherlands and Belgium

Recipes & preparation tips

Salsify are surprisingly versatile in the kitchen. Hot or cold, these root vegetables are a tasty addition to many recipes, such as soups. They can also be used to make delicious tempura. And since their nickname is 'poor man's asparagus', the salsify is also the unexpected – and delicious – stand-in of the real asparagus. Prepare salsify by peeling and chopping into pieces. Salsify must first be boiled if they are used in a salad.

Salsify - Recipes & Preparation Tips

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