Consumed mainly for dessert, rhubarb is actually ... a vegetable! This one, already much appreciated for its tangy taste, is even more so when you know all its benefits!
Asian origin, rhubarb has only known in Europe for two hundred years. However, this does not prevent it from being now cultivated everywhere in France (mainly north of the Loire) for the pleasure of adults and smallest.
Little caloric and ultra -rich in fiber, this plant with very advantageous shapes consists of more than 90% of water and can reach a height of more than one meter! Containing many vitamins and calcium, it is very beneficial for everyone's health.
Usually harvested from April to September/October depending on the region, it is even better during the first spring shoots, more tender and less bitter, so hurry to take advantage of it! Only the stems (also called petioles) cook and will make you benefit from its virtues.
Now that you know this delicious vegetable better, it's time to go behind the stoves to prepare tasty compotes and jams and have the chance thanks to jars and jams Le Parfait To be able to consume them at any time of the year!
Give free rein to your imagination or try our Apple/rhubarb compote, rhubarb/bananas or a Rhubarb jam, rhubarb/blackcurrant Or Apricot/rhubarb… Recipes simply to die for!
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