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Celery Top

Apium graveolens (leaf) Vegetable / Herbaceous Green

Celery Top Vegetable / Herbaceous Green

At a Glance

  • Category Vegetable / Herbaceous Green

The Forktionary Angle

"An often-discarded treasure, these highly aromatic leaves are a powerful flavor enhancer for stocks, salads, and beyond."

Definition

The leafy, vibrant green upper portion of a celery stalk, offering a concentrated celery flavor with slightly bitter, herbaceous notes.

Nutritional Value Rich in Vitamin K and antioxidants
Storage Tip Store separately in a damp paper towel in the fridge for freshness
Usage Focus Excellent for stocks, soups, salads, and garnishes

Flavor Profile

The primary flavor notes for Celery Top are:

Fresh herbaceous slightly bitter concentrated celery flavor

Chef’s Secret

Instead of discarding, finely chop celery tops and freeze them in ice cube trays with a little water or oil. Pop them into soups or sauces for instant flavor.

Best Substitutes

Finely chopped celery stalk

but less intense flavor
Ratio 1:1

Parsley

for garnish, but different flavor profile
Ratio 1:1

Buying Guide

Look for vibrant green, crisp leaves. Avoid yellowed or wilted tops.

Culinary Pairings

Stocks soups stews salads potato salad tuna salad garnishes green smoothies

Recipes Using Celery Top

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Auberge Cranberry And Sausage Stuffing With Chestnuts And Orange

This vibrant and flavorful stuffing recipe is a holiday showstopper! Perfect for Thanksgiving or Christmas, it features succulent sausage, sweet cranberries, earthy chestnuts, and a bright citrusy orange note. Use stale bread (any kind works!) for optimal texture. Whether you use fresh, dried, frozen, or canned ingredients, this stuffing is easily adaptable to your pantry. Infuse the flavors by preparing it a day ahead for maximum deliciousness. Stuff your turkey or chicken for a juicy, flavorful bird, then bake the remaining stuffing for a scrumptious side dish. Leftovers make amazing post-holiday sandwiches! Get ready to impress your guests with this festive and easy-to-make recipe.

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Australian Crab And Asparagus Soup

Indulge in this luxurious yet light Australian Crab & Asparagus Soup! This one-dish wonder, inspired by global low-fat recipes, boasts delicate crab meat and tender asparagus in a creamy, subtly spiced broth. Perfect for a sophisticated weeknight dinner or a special occasion.

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