What is a Jerusalem artichoke?
Helianthus tuberosus is a species of the Sunflower plant. (1)
Helianthus tuberosus is also known as a Jerusalem artichoke, sunchoke, or sunroot. (1)
A Jerusalem artichoke is a type of tuber. (1)
What does it look like?
slightly resembles ginger root in its appearance, but its color can range from beige and light brown to red and purple. (1)
Where is it located?
native to North America, specifically the USA and Canada (1)
What does it contain?
per 100 grams raw (1)
calorie 73 (1)
carbohydrates 17.4 grams (1)
fiber 1.6 grams (1)
fat 0.01 grams (1)
protein 2 grams (1)
water content: 78% (1)
When raw, Jerusalem artichoke has a crispy, crunchy texture similar to lotus root and jicama. However, unlike these vegetables, the texture of Jerusalem artichoke softens with cooking.When raw, Jerusalem artichoke has a crispy, crunchy texture similar to lotus root and jicama. However, unlike these vegetables, the texture of Jerusalem artichoke softens with cooking. (1)
The flavor of Jerusalem artichoke is relatively mild, with a slight sweetness and nutty tones. (1)
Why is it called a Jerusalem artichoke?
Although there are different theories, it is currently unknown why ‘Jerusalem’ features in the common name of Jerusalem artichoke. (1)
Resources
1. https://www.nutritionadvance.com/types-of-tubers/
