Nettle stems are not typically consumed as food because they can be tough and fibrous, making them less palatable than the leaves. However, young nettle stems can be cooked to soften them and remove their sting, making them edible. It's important to handle them carefully while raw to avoid the stinging effect caused by tiny hairs on the plant. Overall, while they are not a common food source, they can be used in certain dishes if prepared properly.
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Also called 'Stinging Nettle,' this weed is a perennial that has stinging hairs on the stems and surface of the lower leaves. It's seeds are spread by the wind and its underground stems. It grows in clumps and can form large colonies.
There are several plants that have edible stems; asparagus and celery come to mind.
They're tender, edible broccoli stems.
Yes. this jellyfish is found in many sea food restaurants especially the seafood kind!
no, if you eat grapes it is kind of eating the stalk of them.
Yes, parsley stems are edible and can be eaten. They have a slightly stronger flavor than the leaves and can be used in cooking or as a garnish.
The leaves on a strawberry are edible- just not very pleasant. I wouldn't recomend it. Added comment from Chef John They are full of Chlorophyll and as such are very high in antioxidants. Keep them on if you are making a blenderized drink to reap all the benefits.
No, mint does not have edible roots. The leaves and stems of mint are commonly used in cooking and beverages for their fresh flavor, but the roots are not typically consumed.
Yes, it is safe to eat the stems of shiitake mushrooms. They are edible and can be cooked and consumed just like the caps of the mushrooms.
with beets, you can eat both the leaves and the root. wheat has edible stems when it is young and the seeds are edible. cilantro has edible leaves and seeds.
Yes, kangkong (water spinach) has herbaceous stems. The stems are soft, green, and contain a high amount of water. Kangkong is typically grown for its edible leaves and stems in Asian cuisine.