Kohlrabi Information

Kohlrabi Information

Kohlrabi Information

Kohlrabi Information

For the first time this year you may have kohlrabi in your shares.  Kohlrabi is a German word that means cabbage, turnip. Kohlrabi is actually related to Cabbage and broccoli. This vegetable is not a turnip and it is not a root vegetable. Many have been known to call this a “sputnik vegetable” Kohlrabi is… Read More »

For the first time this year you may have kohlrabi in your shares.  Kohlrabi is a German word that means cabbage, turnip. Kohlrabi is actually related to Cabbage and broccoli. This vegetable is not a turnip and it is not a root vegetable. Many have been known to call this a “sputnik vegetable” Kohlrabi is… Read More »

Kohlrabi Slaw

Kohlrabi Slaw

Kohlrabi Slaw

Kohlrabi Slaw

1-2 kohlrabi 1 c fresh radishes 1 T white wine vinegar 1 t sugar 2 T chopped fresh parsley 2 T olive oil   Peel the kohlrabi, shred the kohlrabi and radishes in the food processor or with a grater. Mix the vinegar and sugar until the sugar is dissolved. Whisk in the olive oil… Read More »

1-2 kohlrabi 1 c fresh radishes 1 T white wine vinegar 1 t sugar 2 T chopped fresh parsley 2 T olive oil   Peel the kohlrabi, shred the kohlrabi and radishes in the food processor or with a grater. Mix the vinegar and sugar until the sugar is dissolved. Whisk in the olive oil… Read More »

Stir-Fried Kohlrabi

Stir-Fried Kohlrabi

Stir-Fried Kohlrabi

Stir-Fried Kohlrabi

1 kohlrabi, peeled 2 medium carrots 2 tablespoons peanut or safflower oil 1 cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced 1/2 inch piece gingerroot, peeled and thinly sliced 3 green onions, sliced 1 fresh chili pepper, sliced, optional salt 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (optional) 1 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil & soy sauce, each Slice kohlrabi and… Read More »

1 kohlrabi, peeled 2 medium carrots 2 tablespoons peanut or safflower oil 1 cloves garlic, peeled and thinly sliced 1/2 inch piece gingerroot, peeled and thinly sliced 3 green onions, sliced 1 fresh chili pepper, sliced, optional salt 2 tablespoons oyster sauce (optional) 1 1/2 teaspoons sesame oil & soy sauce, each Slice kohlrabi and… Read More »

Kolhrabi Carrot Fritters with Avocado Cream Sauce

Kolhrabi Carrot Fritters with Avocado Cream Sauce

Kolhrabi Carrot Fritters with Avocado Cream Sauce

Kolhrabi Carrot Fritters with Avocado Cream Sauce

From the share: 2 kohlrabi 1 carrot From your kitchen: 1 egg 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne 1/2 cup grapeseed or vegetable oil (enough for 1/4-inch depth in a large skillet) 1/2 avocado 1/4 cup plain yogurt 1/2 lemon 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt Green onions (for garnish) Cut the leaves off the kohlrabi… Read More »

From the share: 2 kohlrabi 1 carrot From your kitchen: 1 egg 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt 1/4 teaspoon cayenne 1/2 cup grapeseed or vegetable oil (enough for 1/4-inch depth in a large skillet) 1/2 avocado 1/4 cup plain yogurt 1/2 lemon 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt Green onions (for garnish) Cut the leaves off the kohlrabi… Read More »

Mizuna Quinoa Salad with Lemon Scallion Vinaigrette

Mizuna Quinoa Salad with Lemon Scallion Vinaigrette

Mizuna Quinoa Salad with Lemon Scallion Vinaigrette

Mizuna Quinoa Salad with Lemon Scallion Vinaigrette

Mizuna Quinoa Salad with Lemon Scallion Vinaigrette feeds a crowd 2 cups dry quinoa 1 bunch mizuna, stems removed, chopped into bite size pieces green tops of 2 scallions, sliced 1 cup diced radishes or kohlrabi (optional) 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup pecans salt + pepper to taste Lemon… Read More »

Mizuna Quinoa Salad with Lemon Scallion Vinaigrette feeds a crowd 2 cups dry quinoa 1 bunch mizuna, stems removed, chopped into bite size pieces green tops of 2 scallions, sliced 1 cup diced radishes or kohlrabi (optional) 1/2 cup crumbled blue cheese 1/2 cup dried cranberries 1/2 cup pecans salt + pepper to taste Lemon… Read More »

Daikon (Chinese radish) Puree

Daikon (Chinese radish) Puree

Daikon (Chinese radish) Puree

Daikon (Chinese radish) Puree

Many thanks to Virginia McDonnell who is sharing this recipe with us this week. 1 or so daikon radishes 1/2 tsp. dark sesame oil, or to taste 1/2 tsp. salt 1 tbsp. or more toasted sesame seeds Peel, slice and boil daikon until soft.  Drain well, then mash with potato masher, put in large sieve… Read More »

Many thanks to Virginia McDonnell who is sharing this recipe with us this week. 1 or so daikon radishes 1/2 tsp. dark sesame oil, or to taste 1/2 tsp. salt 1 tbsp. or more toasted sesame seeds Peel, slice and boil daikon until soft.  Drain well, then mash with potato masher, put in large sieve… Read More »

Radish Leaf Pesto

Radish Leaf Pesto

Radish Leaf Pesto

Radish Leaf Pesto

Leaves of 2-3 bunches of radishes, stems removed (about 5 handfuls) 6 oz. Parmesan, cut into small chunks 3 oz. almonds or pine nuts 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley 2 tbsp. chopped savory herb (optional) 4 cloves garlic (roasted garlic cloves completely changes the flavor) Zest of 1 1/2 lemons Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional)… Read More »

Leaves of 2-3 bunches of radishes, stems removed (about 5 handfuls) 6 oz. Parmesan, cut into small chunks 3 oz. almonds or pine nuts 2 tablespoons fresh chopped parsley 2 tbsp. chopped savory herb (optional) 4 cloves garlic (roasted garlic cloves completely changes the flavor) Zest of 1 1/2 lemons Juice of 1/2 lemon (optional)… Read More »

Turnip Slaw

turnip slaw recipe

Turnip Slaw

Turnip Slaw

1 pound kohlrabi (about 2 small heads, leaves included) 1 medium turnip (about 8 ounces), peeled and quartered 3 tablespoons lime juice 1 tablespoon peanut oil 2 teaspoons honey 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil Coarse salt and ground pepper 2 scallions, thinly sliced Separate stems from kohlrabi bulb, trim, and discard tough bottoms of stems.… Read More »

1 pound kohlrabi (about 2 small heads, leaves included) 1 medium turnip (about 8 ounces), peeled and quartered 3 tablespoons lime juice 1 tablespoon peanut oil 2 teaspoons honey 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil Coarse salt and ground pepper 2 scallions, thinly sliced Separate stems from kohlrabi bulb, trim, and discard tough bottoms of stems.… Read More »

Creamed Leek Tops

Creamed Leek Tops

Creamed Leek Tops

Creamed Leek Tops

1 cups heavy cream 2 quarts water 2 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 Bunch leek stems (dark green part only) trimmed of any brown edges 8 cups ice water ½-3/4 cup, loosely packed, finely grated pecorino cheese 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 2 T slivered almonds, toasted   Pour cream… Read More »

1 cups heavy cream 2 quarts water 2 tablespoon plus 1/2 teaspoon salt 1 Bunch leek stems (dark green part only) trimmed of any brown edges 8 cups ice water ½-3/4 cup, loosely packed, finely grated pecorino cheese 1/2 teaspoon ground white pepper 1/2 teaspoon ground coriander 2 T slivered almonds, toasted   Pour cream… Read More »

Beet Rosti with Rosemary

Beet Rosti with Rosemary

Beet Rosti with Rosemary

Beet Rosti with Rosemary

Many thanks to our CSA member Virginia McDonnell for sharing this recipe with us. An incredibly sweet, colorful side dish, it is also good with carrots, parsnips, rutabaga, kohlrabi, sweet potatoes, turnips.   about 1 ½ lbs. beets 1 tsp. coarsely chopped rosemary 1 tsp. salt ¼ c. all-purpose flour 2 tbsp. butter   1. … Read More »

Many thanks to our CSA member Virginia McDonnell for sharing this recipe with us. An incredibly sweet, colorful side dish, it is also good with carrots, parsnips, rutabaga, kohlrabi, sweet potatoes, turnips.   about 1 ½ lbs. beets 1 tsp. coarsely chopped rosemary 1 tsp. salt ¼ c. all-purpose flour 2 tbsp. butter   1. … Read More »

Greens Recipes

Greens Recipes

Greens Recipes

Greens Recipes

Easy Greens, Olive & Sundried Tomato Sauté Collards or Kale, Beet Greens or kohlrabi greens Garlic Sundried Tomatoes (in olive oil, if dried then soak first) Cured Kalamata Olives in olive oil Pine Nuts Olive Oil or Walnut Oil Sea Salt Heat oil in sauté pan. Chop kale and beet greens into bite size pieces.… Read More »

Easy Greens, Olive & Sundried Tomato Sauté Collards or Kale, Beet Greens or kohlrabi greens Garlic Sundried Tomatoes (in olive oil, if dried then soak first) Cured Kalamata Olives in olive oil Pine Nuts Olive Oil or Walnut Oil Sea Salt Heat oil in sauté pan. Chop kale and beet greens into bite size pieces.… Read More »