JERSUALEM ARTICHOKE
WHAT TO LOOK FOR
Unlike the globe artichoke, which is a thistle, the Jersualem artichoke is a tuber and looks like a root vegetable. They’re a knobbly veg, but try to look for ones with fewer bumps so they’re easy to peel. They should be firm and fresh.
OTHER IDEAS
A sturdy vegetable, Jerusalem artichokes have a variety of uses, from soups to gratins, and salads to hash. You could also try using them to make gnocchi.
OTHER NAMES
You might know Jerusalem artichokes by one of their other names – sunchokes. This variety is more commonly used in America, but sometimes found in the UK, especially for sunchoke chips.
Mussels with nduja & tomatoes
SERVES 4 PREP 20 mins COOK 25 mins EASY
2 tsp olive oil2 shallots,2 garlic cloves, finely grated3 tbsp nduja125ml red wine (light reds, such as pinot noir, work well)400g can chopped tomatoes½ tsp chilli flakes (optional)1kg mussels, scrubbed and beards removed½ small bunch of chives, finely choppedcrusty bread, to serve
