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Zeytinyagli Yer Elmasi (Jerusalem Artichokes in Olive Oil)

Braised Jerusalem artichokes and carrots in a white oval bowl.

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This Yer Elmasi recipe is a light vegetarian dish from Turkish cuisine. It is packed with flavors and can be served as a side dish or a healthy meatless meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups sunchokes, (Jerusalem artichokes) chopped
  • 2 cups water
  • Half lemon
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 1/2 cup carrots, chopped
  • 1/2 tablespoon orange juice, optional
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Fresh dill, chopped

Instructions

  1. Put water in a large bowl. Squeeze lemon in it and put it aside.

Notes

  • After peeled, sunchokes lose their bright color fast. To avoid this, put them in a cold lemon water.
  • Don't overcook the sunchokes, they will get mushy otherwise.
  • Serving suggestion: Let the dish cool completely, keep it in the refrigerator for 30 minutes and then serve.

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