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Dandelion Green

Taraxacum officinale Allergènes : May cause allergic reactions in individuals sensitive to ragweed or other plants in the Asteraceae family.
Dandelion Green

Approvisionnement & Taxonomie

  • Famille Asteraceae
  • Cuisine principale Italian
  • Saisonnalité Spring|Early Summer
  • Source Plant

Qu'est-ce que le/la/l'Dandelion Green ?

Dandelion greens are the leaves of the common dandelion plant (Taraxacum officinale), widely recognized as a garden weed but prized in many cuisines for their distinctive bitter flavor. These vibrant green leaves can be eaten raw in salads or cooked, offering a peppery, slightly pungent bite.

"Embrace the bitterness of dandelion greens as a culinary asset, balancing it with sweet, fatty, or acidic components to unlock complex and satisfying flavors in your dishes."

Quel goût a le/la/l'Dandelion Green ?

Dandelion greens present a robustly bitter and earthy flavor, often with a peppery undertone, that becomes milder yet retains its character when cooked.

Goût
Bitter, Earthy, Pungent, Slightly peppery
Texture
Crisp (raw), Tender-chewy (cooked)
Arôme
Grassy, Earthy
Acidité
Low

Mesures techniques

Water Content

92.1g/100g

Valeurs nutritionnelles

Par 50g
Calories23 kcal
Matières grasses totales0.4g
Graisses saturées0g
Graisses trans
Cholestérol0mg
Protéines1.7g
Glucides totaux4.6g
Fibres alimentaires1.9g
Sucres totaux0.7g
Calcium66mg
Fer0.7mg
Potassium194mg

Le secret du chef

To reduce the intensity of bitterness for raw applications, blanch dandelion greens briefly in boiling salted water, then immediately plunge them into an ice bath before dressing.

Substituts & Proportions pour Dandelion Green

Le meilleur substitut pour le/la/l'Dandelion Green est Arugula, à utiliser dans un rapport de 1:1. For a peppery, slightly bitter note in salads or as a quick sauté.

Substituts pour Dandelion Green avec proportions
Substitut Proportion Idéal pour
Arugula Meilleur 1:1 For a peppery, slightly bitter note in salads or as a quick sauté.
Radicchio 1:1 When a strong bitter punch and vibrant color are desired, especially in salads or grilled preparations.
Endive 1:1 Offers a similar crisp texture and a pleasant bitterness, great for raw applications.
Mustard Greens 1:1 For a peppery, pungent, and bitter flavor in cooked dishes where the texture is less critical.

Comment choisir et conserver le/la/l'Dandelion Green

  1. Wash greens thoroughly and dry completely using a salad spinner or paper towels.
  2. Wrap the dry greens in paper towels, then place them in an airtight plastic bag.
  3. Store in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator.
  4. Best used within 3-5 days.

Quels accords culinaires avec le/la/l'Dandelion Green ?

  • Garlic
  • Olive oil
  • Lemon
  • Bacon
  • Eggs
  • Vinegar
  • Parmigiano-Reggiano
  • Potatoes
  • Chili flakes
  • White beans

Questions fréquentes

Quel goût a le Dandelion Green ?

Dandelion greens present a robustly bitter and earthy flavor, often with a peppery undertone, that becomes milder yet retains its character when cooked. Grassy|Earthy

Quel est un bon substitut pour Dandelion Green ?

Le meilleur substitut est Arugula (1:1). For a peppery, slightly bitter note in salads or as a quick sauté.

Comment choisir et conserver le Dandelion Green ?

Wash greens thoroughly and dry completely using a salad spinner or paper towels. Wrap the dry greens in paper towels, then place them in an airtight plastic bag. Store in the crisper drawer of your refrigerator. Best used within 3-5 days.

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