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Quick Guide to Kohlrabi, published on 13 Mar 2007


What is kohlrabi and what the heck do you do with it?

Kohlrabi, also called the turnip cabbage, is a member of the cabbage family and tastes like a turnip. Kohlrabi has been grown since the 15th century in northern and eastern Europe. It migrated to America with early German settlers.

The edible bulb or "corm" of the kohlrabi comes in apple green or purple colors and is very rich in Potassium and Vitamin C. The outside of the bulb is usually very fibrous so it's best to peel the kohlrabi before using. Buy the smallest bulbs possible as they are usually younger and more tender. The bulb of the kohlrabi is most ofen boiled, braised or sauteed. Very small bulbs may be thinly sliced and used in salads. The leaves of the kohlrabi can also be used and are most often steamed or sauteed like turnip greens.

Here's an easy kohlrabi recipe to try:

*Braised Kohlrabi*

1 pound peeled, thinly sliced kohlrabi bulb

1 small onion, peeled and chopped

2 tbsp. butter

1 tsp. salt

1 tsp. pepper

Melt butter over medium heat in a large skillet. Add onion and cook until tender, about 8 minutes. Add kohlrabi slices to skillet and stir to coat with butter. Season with salt and pepper. Reduce heat to medium-low and cook kohlrabi about 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until tender.

By Chef Jeff for www.recipequick.com

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