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Jerusalem Artichokes

 
Jerusalem Artichokes
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Other Names:sunchokes

What is Jerusalem Artichokes

Jerusalem Artichokes are a relative of the sunflower, this vegetable is native to America, not Jerusalem, and has no botanical relation to artichokes. The white flesh is nutty, sweet and crunchy like chestnuts when raw. Baked in their skins, they become more like potatoes with a mild taste of artichoke hearts.

Substitute for Jerusalem Artichokes

If you don't have Jerusalem artichokes you can substitute:
>>>Jicama
OR>Water chestnuts
OR> Artichoke hearts (softer texture)

Equivalents

1 lb. jerusalem artichokes = 12 medium, 2 1/2 cups peeled & sliced
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Selection Of Jerusalem Artichokes

Choose firm sunchokes that are not moldy, soft or wrinkled. Some sunchokes will have dark brown skin while others will be light brown in color, like ginger.

Storage

Refrigerate, unwashed chokes in a plastic bag for up to 1 week.

Nutrition Information For Jerusalem Artichokes

Serving Size
1 cup slices
 
Calories
110
Calories from Fat
0
 
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 0g
0%
Saturated Fat 0g
0%
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 6mg
0%
Potassium
644g
20%
Total Carbohydrate 26g
10%
Dietary Fiber 2g
10%
Sugars 14g
Protein 3g
10%
 
Vitamin A  0% • Vitamin C  0%
Calcium  0% • Iron  0%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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