Jerusalem artichoke salad with cracklings and croutons

Cookinero 19 Jan 2023

How to cook Jerusalem artichoke salad with cracklings and croutons

Step 1

Jerusalem artichoke salad with cracklings and croutons

Wash Jerusalem artichoke, boil until tender in plenty of salted water, about 30 minutes.

Step 2

Jerusalem artichoke salad with cracklings and croutons

Drain the water, cool the Jerusalem artichoke, dry, peel and cut into slices.

Step 3

Jerusalem artichoke salad with cracklings and croutons

Put in a salad bowl, season with oil, sprinkle with lemon juice. Salt, pepper and mix.

Step 4

Jerusalem artichoke salad with cracklings and croutons

Cut the bacon into thin slices and fry in a pan until crispy cracklings form. Take out, put on a paper towel, let drain excess fat.

Step 5

Jerusalem artichoke salad with cracklings and croutons

Cut the bread into small cubes and brown in the remaining fat from the bacon. Put the fried croutons on a paper towel to drain excess fat. Add croutons and cracklings to a salad bowl with Jerusalem artichoke. Mix well and sprinkle with green onions.

Jerusalem artichoke salad with cracklings and croutons - FAQ About Ingredients, Baking Time and Storage

Yes, you can use potatoes or parsnips as alternatives, though the flavor and texture will differ slightly.
For a vegetarian version, try crispy fried mushrooms or roasted chickpeas for a similar crunchy texture.
Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days, but the croutons and cracklings may lose crispiness over time.
Skip the croutons and add extra roasted nuts or seeds to keep it low-carb while maintaining crunch.
It's best served fresh, but you can briefly warm the Jerusalem artichokes in a pan—add croutons and cracklings just before serving.
Freezing is not recommended as the texture of Jerusalem artichokes and crispy elements will deteriorate.
Fresh thyme, rosemary, or a sprinkle of smoked paprika would add nice depth to the flavors.
Yes, store-bought croutons work, but homemade ones fried in bacon fat add richer flavor.
Double or triple all ingredients, but prepare cracklings and croutons in batches to ensure even crisping.

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