Buttered Salsify

Submitted by mollypaul

"Salsify is a white carrot-like root vegetable often called "poor-man's oyster". Posted in response to a recipe request."

 

• Ready In: 35mins
• Ingredients: 5
• Serves: 4-6

ingredients

• 1 lb salsify
• 3 tablespoons butter
• salt, to taste
• fresh ground pepper, to taste
• chopped parsley or chives, for garnish

directions

1. Have a bowl of cold water ready to which a little lemon juice or vinegar has been added.
2. Cut off the tops of the salsify root, peel with a vegetable scraper, and drop immediately into the cold acidulated water to prevent discoloration.
3. Cut into 1/2-inch wide strips about 2 inches long.
4. Drop them into large pot filled with boiling water and cook, covered, until tender, about 20 minutes; avoid overcooking as the flesh should not become mushy.
5. Drain well; add butter, salt, pepper, and a sprinkling of parsley or chives and toss well before serving.