cardoon

• 一种南欧植物，叶有刺、花呈紫色，其叶柄和根可食用；经软化处理的茎可像芹菜一样食用，与洋蓟有亲缘关系。

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.

   食用植物

   • 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.

   烹饪用途

   • 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.