What kind of plants do not exist in the world. Here, for example, Jerusalem artichoke - and a beautiful flower, very similar to a sunflower, and at the same time a very useful plant. It can be eaten for both medicinal and nutritional purposes.
Earthen pear
Jerusalem artichoke has many names - "earthen pear", "sun root" and even "Jerusalem artichoke", but its taste does not change at all. This wild plant, found in any part of Russia, belongs to the Aster family. It has small beautiful yellow flowers that resemble either a chamomile or a sunflower flower, as well as tubers that can be used in food.
It can be safely called an analogue of a potato, only, unlike the latter, it does not need to be looked after so persistently. Jerusalem artichoke is a very unpretentious creation of nature, it can grow anywhere without experiencing any difficulties from the invasion of pests and yielding crops for many years. In Russia, unfortunately, it does not yet enjoy such huge popularity, while abroad, for example, in Belgium, all kinds of delicious delicacies are prepared from it.
Jerusalem artichoke benefits
Jerusalem artichoke contains a huge amount of vitamins, beneficial acids, salts and minerals. It should be used by people with high blood pressure, diabetes, obesity, diseases of the gastrointestinal tract and the cardiovascular system. It is an extremely low-calorie edible product. It contains only 73 kilocalories, while proteins are only 2 g, fats - 0.01 g and carbohydrates - about 15 g. That is why it has a significant value for those who adhere to proper nutrition.
Rules for the use of Jerusalem artichoke
Before use, the Jerusalem artichoke root should be rinsed as thoroughly as possible in water (you can even use a brush to remove dirt particles). The skin of the root vegetable is very thin, so it should not be cut off, it is only necessary to remove both ends of the tuber, roots and damaged areas.
Jerusalem artichoke can be consumed both raw and processed. The untreated root tastes like a cabbage stump, and if boiled, it tastes like potatoes. By the way, in its raw form, the product can cause flatulence, in addition, one must take into account the fact that, like all plants, it is not suitable for all people, and in some it can even cause an allergic reaction. Therefore, it should be eaten carefully, checking your body for compatibility with this plant.
You can also use the earthen pear in cooking, adding to all kinds of sauces and dough. For example, make everyone's favorite delicacy - pancakes. To do this, take:
- 2, 5 cups of root vegetables (peeled and grated on a fine grater);
- 2-3 eggs;
- a little soda;
- 400 g flour;
- 200 g of any fermented milk product;
- a little salt.
Mix all components together to the desired consistency. Pancakes are prepared as usual - in a hot oiled frying pan.
