How do you cook salsify?

Salsify or Oyster plant is a root vegetable that can be cooked in a variety of ways. Here are some methods:

1. Boiling: Bring a pot of water to a boil and add salsify roots, cut into 2-inch pieces. Cook for 8–10 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork. Drain and serve with butter, salt, and pepper, or drizzled with olive oil and lemon juice.

2. Steaming: Place salsify roots, cut into 2-inch pieces, in a steamer basket and steam over boiling water for 8–10 minutes or until tender when pierced with a fork. Serve with butter, salt, and pepper, or with your favorite dipping sauce.

3. Roasting: Preheat the oven to 400°F. Toss salsify roots, cut into 2-inch pieces, with olive oil, salt, and pepper. Roast in the oven for 20–25 minutes or until browned and tender.

4. Sautéing: Heat some olive oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Add salsify roots, cut into 2-inch pieces, and cook for 5–7 minutes or until browned and tender. Season with salt, pepper, and your favorite herbs.

5. Frying: Heat some oil in a pan over medium-high heat. Dredge salsify roots, cut into 2-inch pieces, in flour, beaten egg, and breadcrumbs. Fry in the hot oil until golden brown and crispy. Serve with your favorite dipping sauce.

6. Soup: Add salsify roots, cut into 2-inch pieces, to your favorite soup recipe, such as chicken noodle soup, vegetable soup, or potato soup. Cook according to the recipe until the salsify is tender.