Fettuccine with Sunchokes and Herbs Recipe (2024)

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chris

Delicious ! But be aware that sunchokes are full of inulin , a fiber that is digested by bacteria in human intestines releasing methane in the process This can result in painful flatulence after eating this vegetable. I had eaten sunchokes before without this results. However reading now about this side effect, I realized that the recipe I used previously included lemon. Lemon might break down the inulin into other sugars that won’t be processed the same way in the intestines.

Parker

Really tasty. We burnt our sunchokes during the simmer so we’ll definitely reduce the heat next time. Some acidity was needed so we put in a dash of red wine vinegar. But lemon sounds great too. Love the sauce that was achieved with the pasta water.

hannah

I made this because I needed a way to use the Jerusalem artichokes from my csa box! I found this a bit bland, but better with some lemon juice at the end. I wouldn’t rush to make this again, but I’d give it another try if I end up with more of these in my csa box.

AS

Add lemon juice and chili flakes at end

Christine

I’ve made this a couple of times. I enjoy it, but for those who haven’t eaten sunchokes, they have a, let’s say, “earthy” taste. And I scrub them and prep them well.

Denise

The produce box that we received accidentally had parsnips instead of sunchokes, so we used those and it worked just as well. When I covered the pan of vegetables, it started to dry out a little, so I would add a little oil after checking it each time. Delicious!

MegO

First time using sunchokes. They're not terribly flavorful. At the advice of others I doubled the garlic, added Calabrian chili, white wine, prosciutto, butter, and added much more salt. I have to imagine the recipe as written would be pretty bland.

MMB

Love this without the olives (didn’t have on hand). Sunchokes can be a bit strong flavored for me—this recipe nicely diluted the intense sunchoke flavor w the pasta and shallots. Will make again next time my csa gives me this spring vegetable.

Elyse

Why would this recipe take 40 min?

ljeanne

Added seared scallops (cooked separately). Great use of CSA sunchokes. Also added red pepper flakes.

Ginger186

Nothing special. Sunchokes crisp up nicely but don't have much flavor. The herbs and onion dominate but not enough to enhance a pound of pasta.

Dee

Very good. I made mistakes however - mostly when I made sea scallops to go with it (which were great), I sautéed them in butter first and removed them. I should have wiped the pan before adding the oil, shallots and sunchokes. As a result, the veggies were still good, but blackened quickly. Be careful not to overcook the sunchokes. I also added too much rosemary by mistake. I used dried.Still, I will cook again, and adjust based on my errors.

vicente

This was a spectacular dish. Earthy, sweet and salty. Definitely making again.

Levana

Was definitely an interesting use of Jerusalem artichokes, and tasted fine, but probably wouldn’t make again honestly.

chris

Delicious ! But be aware that sunchokes are full of inulin , a fiber that is digested by bacteria in human intestines releasing methane in the process This can result in painful flatulence after eating this vegetable. I had eaten sunchokes before without this results. However reading now about this side effect, I realized that the recipe I used previously included lemon. Lemon might break down the inulin into other sugars that won’t be processed the same way in the intestines.

Alex B

This explains... a lot.

Stephen

I love Jerusalem artichokes and often roast them and serve them as a starch. I thought I'd love this recipe, but, don't. Shallot, nicoise olives, garlic, fresh pasta: all good. However, at least for me, the ingredients just didn't come together in a way that would make this dish appetizing. The artichokes were just blah. I also wouldn't use fresh herbs, as they overpowered everything else.

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Fettuccine with Sunchokes and Herbs Recipe (2024)

FAQs

How do you make sunchokes less farty? ›

Modern science concurs: “Boiling Jerusalem artichokes in an acid such as lemon juice or vinegar will hydrolyze the inulin to fructose and small amounts of glucose,” Rastall advises. So I gave it a try, boiling quarter-inch-thick sunchoke slices for 15 minutes in just enough lemon juice to cover them.

What do you eat sunchokes with? ›

Toss your roasted sunchokes with a bit of fresh thyme, and serve them alongside roasted chicken, pan-seared cod or meatloaf!

What spices get rid of gas? ›

Spices, such as cumin, black pepper, ginger, fennel seeds, coriander seeds, cinnamon, and cardamom, can support digestive health and prevent excessive gas. However, some spices can work against gut health and cause bloating. Spices like chili, onion, and garlic can disrupt digestion and encourage gas buildup.

What happens if you eat too many sunchokes? ›

Sunchokes enjoyed much popularity in Europe after their introduction, until they started developing a reputation for causing excessive amounts of flatulence. This actually has some basis in reality, as sunchokes contain a great deal of inulin, which does cause gas and bloating when eaten in excess.

Are sunchokes healthier than potatoes? ›

Jerusalem artichokes are sweet, nutty, and potato-like, with even more health benefits then their root vegetable cousins. Moser says they're very high in vitamins, potassium, iron, and fiber. “They're really a very healthy vegetable,” she notes. Julie Harrington, R.D., chef and co-founder of Culinary Nutrition Studio.

Are sunchokes good or bad for you? ›

They contain as much iron as a 3-oz cut of meat, with no fat and very few calories, making them a great addition to any weight management diet plan or vegetarian diet.

Should you peel sunchokes? ›

Like many root vegetables, sunchokes should be thoroughly washed and scrubbed with a vegetable brush before eating and cooking. A sunchoke's skin is edible, so you don't need to peel them, but sunchokes are often peeled prior to making dishes such as soups or purees to ensure a more uniform texture.

How do you cook Jerusalem artichokes to avoid wind? ›

Place the trimmed artichokes in a large pot of boiling, salted water. You can also add a squeeze of lemon juice to the water for added flavor. Reduce the heat to a simmer and cover the pot. Cook the artichokes for about 25-45 minutes, depending on their size and freshness.

How do you cook sunchokes to avoid gas Reddit? ›

I like to bake them on low (like 300f) for 30 hours. Like a clam bake. Caramelized and no longer farty.

How do you control Jerusalem artichokes? ›

If your intent is to grow a small patch of Jerusalem artichoke so you can harvest the tubers, the best way to manage the plant is to snip the blooms from the plants before they go to seed. The flowers are attractive and work well in bouquets, so no need for them to go to waste.

Does Beano work for sunchokes? ›

Beano, an enzymatic solution to some of the flatulence in beans, doesn't work on Jerusalem artichokes.

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