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Species Name
Allium
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Latin Name
Allium tricoccum
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Origin
Appalachian Mountains
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Harvest Method
Foraged
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Range & Habitat
Eastern United States
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Producer
SFS Partnership
Range & Habitat
Mild, Crunchy, Creamy
This is a very versatile and unique produce. Bring exotic flare to any Salad, Stir Fry, Curry, "Ratatouille", "Ragout", or Medley. The Hearts of Palm are very rich in Iron and Calcium with a mild flavor that can easily be overpowered by strong onion and garlic. It never hurts to be adventurous on a new vegetable option.
Meaty, Moderate, Moist
Anything you can do with a Button Mushroom, you can do with Hen of the Woods. However, Hen of the Woods Mushrooms can grow to enormous sizes and can be grilled or roasted whole, crisping the skin and leaving the inside moist and tender. Hen of the Woods are a popular Mushroom on the market and are very respected in Japanese and Chinese cultures. It has a history of "Boosting the immune system" and has been part of "remedies" for a very long time. Roast, Grill, Saute, Stew.
Fresh, Complex, Delicate
Short Seasonal delicacy. The Miner's Lettuce was named for the Miners of the California Gold Rush, who ate the plant to prevent scurvy. Miner's Lettuce is a member of the Purslane Family and can be incorporated into fresh salads and wilted into sets. Raw, Wilt, Puree.