GARDEN ESOTIKA – Page 4

Yam

Yams are irregularly shaped root tubers that are pulled out of the ground in every size.
Yam is similar to sweet potato in taste. The skin can go from light to dark brown, with hair-like root shoots.
The consistency is firm with white, yellow, or pink colour.

AVAILABILITY: Year-round.
STORAGE: Recommended around 10° C.

Galanga

GARDEN ESOTIKA, ROOTS

Galangal is a root with a pungent flavour that resembles ginger and is used above all to season savoury dishes and as a base for drinks and natural remedies for purifying the body.

AVAILABILITY: Year-round.
STORAGE: Recommended between 10 and 12° C.

Salsify

GARDEN ESOTIKA, ROOTS

It is a plant that grows spontaneously in northern Italy but it is also cultivated (for example in Piedmont).
In the kitchen, the roots are used because they are low in calories and rich in fiber. Salsify boasts remarkable health properties, which is why it is much more than just a vegetable to put on the table.
Our advice is to savour it plain with extra virgin olive oil, whole sea salt, a few drops of lemon juice, and if you like, ground black pepper.

Ginger

GARDEN ESOTIKA, ROOTS

Ginger has countless properties! It can be used as an anti-inflammatory, digestive, and against disorders related to nausea.
In the kitchen, it is excellent as a spice or you can add it to desserts and smoothies.

AVAILABILITY: Year-round.
STORAGE: Recommended between 8 and 12° C.

Jerusalem artichoke

GARDEN ESOTIKA, ROOTS

It is an edible root that has been rediscovered in recent years for the preparation of tasty recipes.
It is appreciated for its pleasant flavour reminiscent of potatoes and artichokes and also because it does not contain starch or gluten.
Try it baked in the oven with a veil of Parmesan, salt, and pepper!

AVAILABILITY: Year-round.
STORAGE: Recommended around 4° C.

Cassava

GARDEN ESOTIKA, ROOTS

Cassava is a typical plant of South America that is used in lots of recipes.
It cannot be eaten raw and the peel must be removed.
Peel it and cook it in water for 30 minutes. Then cut it into strips and fry it in boiling oil.
You will get some exotic French fries!

AVAILABILITY: Year-round.
STORAGE: Recommended around 4° C.

Turmeric

GARDEN ESOTIKA, ROOTS

Turmeric has a wonderful spice with a strong flavour that reminds of saffron. The taste is more intense if you choose to buy the fresh product.
Turmeric root has been used since ancient times and was considered a product with magical properties.
You can use it to prepare tea and infusions, to season serving dishes, and as a touch of colour in some sweet recipes.

AVAILABILITY: Year-round.
STORAGE: Recommended between 10 and 12° C.

Trinidad scorpion

CHILI PEPPERS, GARDEN ESOTIKA

It is a really hot pepper that owes its name to its shape, which resembles the tail of a scorpion.
The colour is red and the shape is a lantern. It is mainly used to prepare oil and very spicy sauces.

AVAILABILITY: Year-round.
STORAGE: Recommended around 10° C.
SPICINESS: 10 out of 10

Naga Jolokia

CHILI PEPPERS, GARDEN ESOTIKA

Until 2007, Naga Jolokia had the honour of being the hottest pepper in the world.
It would not seem harmless from this pepper; its dimensions are modest, from 5 to 8 centimetres in length and from 2 to 3 centimetres in diameter.
The skin is slightly wrinkled and the shape looks more like a miniature sweet pepper.

AVAILABILITY: Year-round.
STORAGE: Recommended between 10 and 12° C.
SPICINESS: 10 out of 10

Yam

Yam

Galanga

Galanga

Salsify

Salsify

Ginger

Ginger

Jerusalem artichoke

Jerusalem artichoke

Cassava

Cassava

Turmeric

Turmeric

Trinidad scorpion

Trinidad scorpion

Naga Jolokia

Naga Jolokia

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