TUMBLEWEED CHOWDER
Tumbleweed shoots. Native American, contemporary, SW America posted by Jim to a messagboard "It has a taste similar to split pea soup. No recipe I use is "set in stone" and any number of combinations can be used. Usually if I have any leftovers in the fridge they get thrown into another recipe. You have to gather the tumbleweed when it's just coming up about 4" high. Older plants are tough and to my knowledge inedible."
Provided by drhousespcatcher
Categories Chowders
Time 20m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- The computer threw a fit but then how many tumbleweed recipes do you see on here.
- Missing ingredient 1 POUND TUMBLEWEED SHOOTS, young about 4 inches.
- Note as written by poster Jim:.
- Do NOT edit.
- Gather enough plants to make you a sizeable chowder. I guess maybe a pound or two for about 4 people is good. Wash the plants and chop them up real fine and put in a saucepan with enough water to barely cover. Salt and pepper to taste. I added a little fresh chopped jalapeno pepper to mine but that's optional. Throw in about 1/2 cup of finely diced smoked ham chunks, cover with lid and simmer until the tumbleweed is tender. Then you can run it all through a blender or food processor to puree. You should have a thick soup as an end result that tastes very well. I've tried it using bacon instead of ham and it's ok but I prefer ham. If you want a chunkier soup you don't have to puree it. There are quite a few variations. Any split pea soup recipe will do, substituting the tumbleweed for the peas of course.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1.1, Carbohydrate 0.2, Fiber 0.1, Sugar 0.1, Protein 0.1
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Crystal Reyes
[email protected]This recipe sounds like a lot of work, but I think it would be worth it. I love chowder, and I'm sure this one would be amazing.
Camille DeVoss
[email protected]I'm intrigued by the use of tumbleweeds in this recipe. I've never had them before, but I'm always up for trying new things.
Jas Taare
[email protected]This recipe looks delicious! I can't wait to try it.
Liza Jean
[email protected]I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my chowder turned out really watery. It didn't have much flavor either. I think I'll try a different recipe next time.
Wendy Corona
[email protected]This chowder was terrible! The tumbleweeds were tough and chewy, and the overall taste was just weird. I would not recommend this recipe to anyone.
Sameer Ali
[email protected]This chowder was just okay. The tumbleweeds didn't really add much flavor or texture, and the overall taste was a bit bland. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.
Mervin Chingasiyeni
[email protected]This chowder was easy to make and very delicious. The tumbleweeds added a unique flavor and texture that I really enjoyed. I will definitely be making this again.
Ke Darcy
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and the chowder turned out perfectly. It was rich and flavorful, and the tumbleweeds added a nice crispy texture. I would definitely recommend this recipe.
Md sahin islam Sahin
[email protected]This was a great recipe! The chowder was creamy and flavorful, and the tumbleweeds added a nice crunch. I will definitely be making this again.
Ayanda Hlongwa
[email protected]This chowder was delicious! The tumbleweeds were a unique and interesting ingredient that added a nice texture and flavor to the soup. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone looking for a new and exciting chowder recipe.
nabulya Madina
[email protected]I was skeptical at first, but this chowder turned out to be amazing! The tumbleweeds added a nice crunch and the bacon gave it a smoky flavor. I'll definitely be making this again.
Precious Katongo
[email protected]This chowder was a delightful surprise! The unique combination of tumbleweeds and bacon created a rich and smoky flavor that I'd never experienced before. The addition of corn and potatoes added a hearty texture and sweetness that balanced out the sm