What is Kohlrabi?
Kohlrabi is a vegetable that’s related to the cabbage family. It’s widely consumed in Europe and Asia and has gained popularity around the world.
The health benefits and culinary uses of kohlrabi are numerous. It’s a good source of nutrients, such as vitamin C and fiber. Plus, you can enjoy kohlrabi raw or roasted and add it to salads, slaws, and stir-fries. Kohlrabi, also known as German turnip, is a cruciferous vegetable. It belongs to the Brassica, or mustard family and is related to cabbage, broccoli, and cauliflower. Kohlrabi’s taste and texture are similar to those of broccoli stems and cabbage, although it’s slightly sweeter. Kohlrabi is a cool-weather crop. It’s in season during the fall, winter, and early spring.
How to store and cook kohlrabi
If you just have the bulb, store it in a sealed bag in the fridge. If you cut off a piece of the bulb and want to store what’s left, wrap it tightly in plastic or beeswax wrap. Sliced or chopped kohlrabi pieces should be kept in an airtight container in the fridge.
To prepare kohlrabi, start by removing the stems and leaves with a knife. Chop them up into pieces if you plan to add them to recipes.
Next, use a paring knife to peel the skin on the kohlrabi bulb. Even though it’s edible, it tends to be tough, so most people prefer to remove it.
Finally, slice the kohlrabi into pieces of your desired shape and size. You can also grate kohlrabi with a cheese grater or turn it into “noodles” with a spiralizer.
Enjoy kohlrabi raw or cooked. It can be boiled, sautéed, roasted, or grilled.
Source - What Is Kohlrabi? Nutrition, Benefits, and Uses (healthline.com)