Aspargus is native to Europe, northern Africa, and western Asia. Asparagus may be purchased fresh in season, or frozen/canned for year round consumption. Fresh asparagus is used in many cuisines and may be eaten raw (blanched), fried, grilled, steamed, or boiled. It is used in soups, salads, stir fry, dipped in sauce, or eaten as is. How much does asparagus … [Read more...]
Weight Equivalents: Burdock Root
Burdock probably originated in China. Burdock has been used as a medicine for centuries, and the root is popular in Korea and Japan as a vegetable. Ueong is very crisp and has a sweet, mild, and pungent flavor. It can be found in most Korean markets fresh, frozen, dried, or pickled. Used in stir fry, soups, seaweed wraps, etc. Common Names:Gobo Root, Great Burdock, Beggars … [Read more...]
Weight Equivalents: Radish
There is some disagreement as to where radishes originated. Sources say they originated in the eastern Mediterranian area, near the Caspian Sea, Northern China, or Southeast Asia. Today radishes are grown around the world in many different varieties. How much does a radish weigh? Radish, Common (Globe) Common Names: Radish, Red Radish, Globe Radish. Radish has … [Read more...]
Weight Equivalents: Carrots
Carrots most likely originated in Persia (Iran, Afghanistan), and were also most likely first cultivated in that region. Carrots were originally grown for their leaves and seeds. Carrots have been selectively bred for centuries resulting in the common commercial carrot of today. How much does a carrot weigh? Carrot, Common Small, average about 5 1/2 inches … [Read more...]
Weight Equivalents: Peas
Peas are native to West Asia (Afghanistan, Iran, Northwest India) and Northern Africa (Ethiopia). Peas were gathered by Roman Legionaires to supplement their rations How much do peas weigh? Peas, Snow, Edible Pod Common Names: snow pea, Chinese snow pea, Chinese pea, Chinese pea pod, sugar pea, mange-tout pea, edible-podded pea. Usually sold by the pound but … [Read more...]