Jerusalem Artichokes are tubers rich in benefits, containing potassium, fiber, iron, calcium, and magnesium. Their flavor reminds us a bit of artichokes and a bit of potatoes. They are suitable for numerous recipes, baked, in fillings, in doughs like small flatbreads, and also in the pan as in this recipe for a side dish that everyone will like, even children who will mistake them for chips. If you have never tried them, this is the right recipe to get to know them, come with me and let’s prepare Sautéed Jerusalem Artichokes with Herbs and Ginger … which adds that little extra touch!
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- Difficulty: Easy
- Cost: Cheap
- Preparation time: 5 Minutes
- Portions: 2People
- Cooking methods: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: Fall, Winter
- Energy 266.80 (Kcal)
- Carbohydrates 35.06 (g) of which sugars 19.22 (g)
- Proteins 4.02 (g)
- Fat 14.03 (g) of which saturated 2.00 (g)of which unsaturated 0.01 (g)
- Fibers 3.22 (g)
- Sodium 395.71 (mg)
Indicative values for a portion of 215 g processed in an automated way starting from the nutritional information available on the CREA* and FoodData Central** databases. It is not food and / or nutritional advice.
* CREATES Food and Nutrition Research Center: https://www.crea.gov.it/alimenti-e-nutrizione https://www.alimentinutrizione.it ** U.S. Department of Agriculture, Agricultural Research Service. FoodData Central, 2019. https://fdc.nal.usda.gov
Ingredients
- 1.1 lbs Jerusalem artichokes
- 1 sprig rosemary
- 3 leaves sage
- 2 leaves bay
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 tsp fresh ginger
- 2 tbsps extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 tsp fine salt
Tools
- Peeler
- Bowl
- Pan 10 inches
- Grater
Steps
Peel the Jerusalem artichokes and to prevent them from oxidizing, keep them soaked in lemon water. Dry them with paper towels and cut them into medium dice. Put them in a pan with 3-4 tablespoons of oil and a fine chop of rosemary, sage, bay leaves, and the garlic clove with the core removed. Salt and mix.
Cover with the lid and cook on low heat. After 10-15 minutes, if they seem cooked, raise the heat to brown them. Grate a little ginger and serve immediately this delicious side dish.
