cardoon

• Planta do sul da Europa com folhas espinhosas e flores roxas, cultivada pelos talos e raízes comestíveis; os talos branqueados são consumidos como aipo e a planta é parente da alcachofra.

A southern European plant with spiny leaves and purple flowers, cultivated for its edible leafstalks and roots; the blanched stalks are eaten like celery and it is related to the artichoke.

1. Edible plantC1formalculinary

   A southern European plant with spiny leaves and purple flowers, cultivated for its edible leafstalks and roots.

   Planta comestível

   • The cardoon is often grown in Mediterranean gardens.
   • Its stalks are blanched and used similarly to celery.
   • The roots of the cardoon can be boiled or roasted.

2. Culinary useC1formalculinary

   The edible parts of the plant, specifically the blanched stalks and roots, which are related to artichokes.

   Uso culinário

   • Cardoon stalks are often prepared in stews or gratins.
   • The flavor of cardoon is similar to artichoke hearts.
   • In some cuisines, cardoon roots are used in soups.