Braised Kohlrabi
The assertive flavor of kohlrabi holds up well to spicy preparations. Makes 8 servings.


Ingredients:

A good-size bunch kohlrabi with greens attached, about 3 pounds
1 tablespoon peanut oil
1/2 teaspoon each cumin and yellow mustard seeds
1 tablespoon chopped garlic
1 small jalapeno or other hot pepper, seeded and minced
1/2 cup Chicken Stock or water
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste


Instructions:
1. Discard any yellow or badly withered greens from the kohlrabi and cut off most of each stem.

2. Stack the leaves, then roll them in cigar-like fashion and cut across into thin strips, 1/4 to 1/2 inch wide.

3. Put greens in a basin of cool water to remove grit.

4. Drain in a colander.

5. Peel and cut kohlrabi into 1/2 inch dice and add to the greens.

6. Put oil in a wok over medium heat.

7. Add cumin and mustard seeds and stir a few seconds until mustard seeds begin to pop.

8. Add garlic and jalapeno and stir a minute or two until garlic turns light golden.

9. Add diced kohlrabi, greens, stock, and salt and black pepper to taste.

10. Toss, cover, and reduce heat to medium-low.

11. Cook, tossing once or twice, about 20 to 25 minutes or until kohlrabi is tender.

12. Add a bit more liquid if needed.




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