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Burnet Root

Sanguisorba officinalis Allergen-Free
burnet root

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family Rosaceae
  • Primary Cuisine European
  • Seasonality Fall
  • Source Burnet plant root

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Burnet Root ?

The root of the Great Burnet plant, traditionally used in herbal medicine for its astringent properties and in some historical culinary applications.

"The Forgotten Astringent: Re-discovering Burnet Root's Culinary & Medicinal Legacy."

Quel goût a le/la/l'Burnet Root ?

Mildly Astringent, Earthy, Slightly Sweet

Taste
Astringent, Earthy, Slightly Bitter
Texture
Woody, Fibrous (dried), Liquid (extract)
Aroma
Faint, Earthy
Acidity
Low

Technical Metrics

Astringent Use

Historically for wound healing, digestive issues

Edible Parts

Leaves (salad burnet), Root (medicinal/flavoring)

Traditional Beverage

Infused in herbal wines and vinegars

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Per 1 tsp dried
Calories290 kcal
Total Fat3 g
Saturated Fat0.5 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein8 g
Total Carbohydrate65 g
Dietary Fiber35 g
Total Sugars3 g
Calcium300 mg
Iron6 mg
Potassium900 mg

Le secret du chef

While the root is astringent, the young leaves of burnet have a refreshing cucumber-like flavor, excellent in summer salads or infused waters.

Substituts & Proportions pour Burnet Root

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Burnet Root est Oak Bark, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. Strong astringent properties, similar use for herbal applications.

Substituts pour Burnet Root avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Oak Bark Meilleur 1:1 Strong astringent properties, similar use for herbal applications.
Witch Hazel Bark 1:1 Known for astringency, often used topically but can be in infusions.
Raspberry Leaf 2:1 (use more) Milder astringent, often used in herbal teas, less bitter.
Sumac (ground) 1:0.5 (for culinary tartness) Adds tart and slightly astringent notes in culinary applications, not medicinal.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Burnet Root ?

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Burnet Root ?

Mildly Astringent, Earthy, Slightly Sweet Faint, Earthy

Quel est un bon substitut pour Burnet Root ?

Le meilleur substitut est Oak Bark (1:1). Strong astringent properties, similar use for herbal applications.

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