Venture into the culinary realm of Jerusalem artichokes, also known as sunchokes, with our comprehensive guide to preparing this versatile and subtly sweet root vegetable. Discover a treasure trove of delectable recipes that highlight the unique nutty and earthy flavors of Jerusalem artichokes. From the classic Jerusalem artichokes with parmesan, a harmonious blend of roasted roots, garlic, and the rich umami of parmesan cheese, to the creamy Jerusalem artichoke soup, a velvety symphony of flavors enhanced by aromatic herbs and a touch of cream. Explore the versatility of Jerusalem artichokes in the hearty and comforting Jerusalem artichoke and leek gratin, where tender artichokes and leeks unite in a creamy and cheesy casserole. For a refreshing twist, try the Jerusalem artichoke and apple salad, a vibrant medley of thinly sliced artichokes, crisp apples, and a tangy dressing. And for a delightful appetizer or side dish, indulge in the crispy Jerusalem artichoke fries, a delectable indulgence that pairs perfectly with your favorite dip.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
ROASTED JERUSALEM ARTICHOKES (OR SUNCHOKES)
This is a super-easy way to cook these vegetables if you've never tried them before and by far my favorite. Jerusalem artichokes, or sunchokes, are starchy tubers like potatoes and turnips. When roasted, the skin becomes flaky and the flesh becomes tender, but the taste of a sunchoke is slightly nutty and sweet. Cooked sunchokes are best when eaten within 2 days. When raw, they store well in your fridge's vegetable bin, wrapped loosely in a paper towel. Enjoy!
Provided by qwertycook
Categories Appetizers and Snacks
Time 45m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Scrub Jerusalem artichoke tubers and cut out eyes. Cut tubers into 1-inch pieces.
- Mix olive oil, thyme, garlic, and sea salt together in a large bowl; add Jerusalem artichoke pieces and toss to coat. Arrange coated pieces in one evenly-spaced layer on a baking sheet.
- Roast in the preheated oven until Jerusalem artichokes are tender, 35 to 45 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 449.9 calories, Carbohydrate 21.9 g, Fat 40.7 g, Fiber 2.7 g, Protein 2.6 g, SaturatedFat 5.7 g, Sodium 86.9 mg, Sugar 11 g
JERUSALEM ARTICHOKES WITH PARMESAN
If you have ever planted Jerusalem Artichokes in your garden you know they keep coming back. If you don't know what they are,they are the root of a plant that is in the sunflower family and can be eaten raw (in a salad), sauted, steamed, mashed, broiled etc. They have a nice mild taste. I find they need a little lift of flavor from something like garlic, cheese or hot sauce
Provided by Bergy
Categories Cheese
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 4
Steps:
- Peel the artichokes
- Have a pot of lightly salted water boiling.
- Drop artichokes in the water, return to boil and boil for 2-3 minutes (depending on the size, 1 1/2" would be only 3 minutes).
- Dash into cold water and leave in cold water until you are ready to broil them.
- Turn on Broiler.
- Roll Artichokes in the oil and drizzle with the Parmesan cheese and salt& pepper.
- Broil for apprx 5 minutes or until the cheese is golden and the chokes are heated through.
- They should still be crisp.
BAKED JERUSALEM ARTICHOKES WITH BREAD CRUMBS, THYME AND LEMON
Steps:
- Preheat your oven to 230C/450F.Gas 8. In a bowl mix together your creme fraiche, lemon juice, garlic, half the thyme and most of the Parmesan, and season well to taste. Thin out with around 6 to 8 tablespoons of water and throw in the sliced Jerusalem artichokes. Mix well and place everything in an ovenproof baking dish. Cover with tin foil and bake for 35 minutes.
- Mix the bread crumbs, the remaining thyme and some salt and pepper with a touch of olive oil. Remove the artichokes from the oven, discard the foil and sprinkle the remaining Parmesan over the top. Then sprinkle the flavored bread crumbs over the Parmesan. Use up all the bread crumbs. Bake in the oven for about15 minutes until the bread crumbs are golden. If you're in a pokey pokey kind of mood you can poke the artichokes about a bit so some of the bread crumbs fall underneath them. This makes it look more rustic instead of like a crumble.
JERUSALEM ARTICHOKES PROVENçALE
Provided by Craig Claiborne
Categories dinner, quick, side dish
Time 15m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Using a small regular or swivel-bladed paring knife, peel the artichokes. Cut them into quarter-inch thick slices. There should be about three cups.
- Heat the oil in a saucepan and add the artichoke slices. Cook, stirring and tossing in the oil, about two minutes. Add the garlic and cook, stirring and tossing, about 30 seconds. Add the tomatoes, parsley, salt and pepper to taste. Stir and cover. Cook about eight to 10 minutes and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 184, UnsaturatedFat 9 grams, Carbohydrate 22 grams, Fat 10 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 3 grams, SaturatedFat 1 gram, Sodium 384 milligrams, Sugar 12 grams
CRISPY JERUSALEM ARTICHOKES WITH ROASTED GARLIC & ROSEMARY
The unusual savoury tang of Jerusalem artichokes works well with the wild flavours of game. This dish is crispy on the outside and soft on the inside, just how we like it
Provided by Rosie Birkett
Categories Side dish
Time 1h10m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Heat oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Soak the artichokes in cold water for 20 mins or so to loosen any dirt, then scrub them with a scourer, being sure to remove any grit. Halve the small ones and quarter the bigger ones, and put them in a roasting tin with the split garlic bulb and rosemary. Coat everything with the oil and season. Roast for 45-50 mins until tender inside and crispy outside.
- To finish, squeeze the softened garlic cloves from their skins and toss with the roasted artichokes, along with the mace, butter and lemon juice.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 calories, Fat 12 grams fat, SaturatedFat 3 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 33 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 19 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 5 grams protein, Sodium 0.1 milligram of sodium
ARTICHOKE SOUP WITH PARMESAN STICKS
A delicious vegetable soup with a nutty bite, it's so simple to make and low-fat. By Gary Rhodes
Provided by Gary Rhodes
Categories Dinner, Lunch, Side dish, Soup, Supper
Time 1h5m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Up to a month before, put all the soup ingredients in a pan and bring to a simmer. Continue to simmer, covered, for about 20-30 mins or until the artichokes and potatoes have become very tender. Liquidise the soup in batches until completely smooth. If you want to thin it, add more stock. Pour the soup into a rigid plastic container and leave to cool before covering and freezing.
- The day before serving, transfer the soup to the fridge to defrost overnight.
- On the day, heat oven to 190C/fan 170C/gas 5. Heat the soup and check the seasoning. While the soup is warming, put the grissini sticks on a baking tray. Scatter them with 1 tbsp of the Parmesan and put in the oven until warm and the cheese has melted, about 8-10 mins.
- Meanwhile, pour the cream into a small pan and simmer to reduce by a third. Stir in remaining Parmesan and let it melt. (For a little extra body, add a tbsp or two of soup.) Stir in 1-2 tbsp milk to cool it down, then blitz with a stick blender, if you like, for a frothy finish. (To avoid any splashes, transfer the cream to a larger pan or deep bowl to do this.) Ladle the soup between soup bowls, topping each with the warmed cream and a sprinkling of chives if using. Serve with the warm grissini sticks.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 136 calories, Fat 1 grams fat, SaturatedFat 1 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 27 grams carbohydrates, Fiber 2 grams fiber, Protein 6 grams protein, Sodium 0.43 milligram of sodium
CREAMY ARTICHOKE SOUP WITH PARMESAN SKINS
Artichoke makes this soup ultra silky and the crispy skins add a hit of crunch and flavour - perfect as a starter for dinner with friends
Provided by Jane Hornby
Categories Soup, Starter
Time 1h
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Half-fill a large bowl with water and add the lemon juice. Peel the artichokes, then toss the peelings with the vegetable oil in a bowl and set aside. Chop the artichokes into rough chunks and submerge them in the lemony water.
- Melt the butter in a large saucepan, and add the onion, potato, and seasoning. Drain the artichokes and stir them in. Cover the pan and sweat gently for 15 mins, stirring now and again.
- Pour in the stock, cover and simmer for 10-15 mins until the vegetables are completely tender. Whizz the soup in a blender or with a stick blender until very smooth, return to the pan, then add the cream and season to taste.
- Meanwhile, prepare the skins. Heat oven to 220C/200C fan/gas 7 and line a baking sheet with baking parchment (not foil, they will stick). Scatter the skins over, and roast for 10 mins. Turn them over, scatter with the Parmesan and rosemary and roast for 5 mins more or until crisp and dry, then season with a pinch of flaky salt and pepper. Serve the soup in bowls, add a swirl more cream (if you like) and top with the crisp skins.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Fat 21 grams fat, SaturatedFat 12 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 31 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 15 grams sugar, Fiber 4 grams fiber, Protein 11 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium
Tips:
- Choose fresh Jerusalem artichokes: Look for firm, unblemished tubers with no signs of sprouting or bruising.
- Scrub the artichokes thoroughly: Use a vegetable brush to remove any dirt or debris from the skin.
- Wear gloves when handling Jerusalem artichokes: The sap from the artichokes can cause skin irritation in some people.
- Cook Jerusalem artichokes quickly: Overcooking can make them mushy.
- Jerusalem artichokes can be enjoyed in a variety of ways: They can be roasted, fried, sautéed, or boiled.
- Jerusalem artichokes are a good source of fiber, potassium, and vitamin C.
Conclusion:
Jerusalem artichokes are a versatile and delicious vegetable that can be enjoyed in a variety of ways. Whether you roast them, fry them, sauté them, or boil them, Jerusalem artichokes are sure to please. So next time you're looking for a new vegetable to try, give Jerusalem artichokes a try. You won't be disappointed!
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