Can wild Jerusalem artichokes be eaten? How to pickle wild Jerusalem artichokes

Have you ever seen wild Jerusalem artichokes? Do you know about them? Wild Jerusalem artichokes can be said to be the predecessor of Jerusalem artichokes. They are perennial wild herbs. Their rhizomes are similar to those of Jerusalem artichokes grown by people, but they are smaller in size. They are also one of the ginger plants. I will give a special introduction to wild Jerusalem artichokes later. Not only can you understand whether this wild Jerusalem artichoke can be eaten, but I will also tell you the specific method of pickling it.

Can wild Jerusalem artichokes be eaten?

Wild Jerusalem artichokes are edible. The taste is similar to those sold on the market, but the earthy smell is stronger. In addition, the nutritional value of wild Jerusalem artichokes is better than that of ordinary Jerusalem artichokes. They can protect the cardiovascular and cerebrovascular systems and lower blood sugar. People usually collect them and pickle them and eat them as a side dish.

How to pickle wild Jerusalem artichokes

Ingredients for pickled wild Jerusalem artichokes

When pickling wild Jerusalem artichokes, you need to prepare 5 kilograms of fresh wild Jerusalem artichokes, appropriate amounts of salt, pepper, aniseed, cloves, cinnamon and other seasonings, and also an appropriate amount of water.

Specific steps for pickling wild Jerusalem artichokes

1. Wash the wild Jerusalem artichokes to remove the outer layer of mud, then drain the water and put them in a pickling container.

2. Put the prepared seasonings such as pepper, aniseed, cinnamon, cloves, etc. in a pot, add water, then add appropriate amount of table salt, then turn on the fire to heat, boil until the aroma comes out, turn off the heat and let it cool naturally.

3. Pour the cooled water into the washed wild Jerusalem artichokes, making sure the water covers the Jerusalem artichokes. Seal the container and place it in a cool place to marinate. After half a month, the wild Jerusalem artichokes you pickled yourself can be taken out and eaten.