Yes indeed, as those of you who have seen us recently at the farmstand or market know, you can indeed eat Sweet Potato leaves! And per the notes in this week's Stories from the Farm, they are also super nutritious. Here are some tips for cooking them! 14 сент. 2017 г.
How do you cook sweet potato leaves for consumption?
Rinse and chop sweet potato leaves into large chunks before cooking. Use a small amount of water to prevent nutrient loss. Slice the sweet potato leaves to remove the stems. Keep the stems to enhance fiber content, slicing them into 1/2 inch chunks.
Are sweet potato leaves poisonous?
The leaves, stems, and tubers of sweet potato vine are not toxic. The tubers are edible, but ornamental varieties were bred to produce lovely foliage, not a delicious crop.
Can you eat potato leaves cooked?
Cooking does not destroy solanine. It doesn't matter if the potato plant is raw or cooked – they're both toxic.
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