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Salsify recipes

One of the lesser known root vegetables, salsify is also known as oyster plant because it tastes slightly of oysters. It has a beige-white skin and looks similar to a long carrot in shape.

Pearl barley risotto with beer-braised beef cheeks and onions

by James Martin
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Beef cheek with crisp polenta and warm Stinking Bishop

by Matt Tebbutt
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Salsify tagliatelle with cheese and wine sauce

by Gregory Marchand
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Pan-fried duck breast with braised salsify and endive

by Matt Tebbutt
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Scallops with lemon sauce and prawn linguine

by Matt Tebbutt
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Roast chicken with miso mushrooms and garlic mayonnaise

by Matt Tebbutt
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Fried vegetables with paprika cream and almond vinaigrette

by Matt Tebbutt
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Preparation

Salsify can be used in a similar way to any other root vegetable - add it to soups and stews, or serve it mashed. Alternatively, try adding cooked, grated, delicately flavoured salsify to salads. It’s easier to peel salsify after it's been boiled.

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