Kohlrabi
What It Is
Section titled “What It Is”Kohlrabi is one of the more unusual vegetables in the Cold Springs Organics box — a bulbous stem that grows above ground, with a crisp texture similar to a water chestnut or broccoli stem and a mild, sweet flavour somewhere between cabbage and apple. The leaves are also edible.
Watch the Video
Section titled “Watch the Video”How to Store It
Section titled “How to Store It”- Refrigerate the bulb in a produce bag for up to 2 weeks.
- If the greens are still attached, remove and store separately — they wilt within a few days.
How to Prep It
Section titled “How to Prep It”Trim the stems, peel the tough outer skin with a sharp vegetable peeler (it can be fibrous), and slice, julienne, or shred as needed. Young small kohlrabi may not need peeling.
How to Cook It
Section titled “How to Cook It”- Raw — slice or shred and eat in salads or slaws — it stays crisp and has a pleasant crunch.
- Roasted — cube, toss with oil and salt, roast at 425°F for 20–25 minutes.
- Stir-fried — julienne and stir-fry with other vegetables over high heat.
Quick Meal Idea
Section titled “Quick Meal Idea”Kohlrabi slaw — shred raw kohlrabi and toss with apple cider vinegar, a touch of honey, dill, and salt for a bright and crunchy slaw.