In short, turnips are a cruciferous vegetable! Think brussels sprouts, cauliflower, broccoli, and arugula. They’re called cruciferous vegetables because of their four-petaled flowers, which look like a cross. They can also be called a root vegetable, and are most commonly compared to potatoes, beets, or radishes because of their shape and growing style. But did you know that: You’ll want to read on to learn more about [...]
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Coconut Flour vs Hemp Flour: The Best Bake
Coconut flour and the sometimes controversial hemp flour are two nutritiously-dense natural food ingredients that have become increasingly popular in the health food community in recent years. Hemp flour is made from milled hemp seeds and has an exceptionally high fiber content. Both flours offer numerous health benefits and can be used for baking or as thickeners for sauces or soups. Coconut flour is [...]
Is Jicama a Fruit, A Vegetable, or Something Else?
Jicama is a vegetable that is often mistaken for a fruit. While it may taste somewhat sweet and has a pear-like texture, it doesn’t fit the criteria for being a fruit. Unlike most tubers, jicama can be eaten in its raw form. In this article, we’ll dive into the classification of jicama, its benefits, and culinary uses, and see why you should be eating this incredible vegetable. Why jicama is a vegetable and not a [...]
Coconut Cream vs Coconut Oil: Key Differences
Should you use coconut cream, coconut oil, or coconut milk? With so many different coconut products to choose from, which one is right for your dish or recipe isn’t always straightforward. However, the key differences between coconut cream and coconut oil come down to how they are made and their slight nutritional content variations. So, let’s take a closer look. What is the difference between coconut cream vs coconut oil? [...]
Coconut Flour vs Soy Flour: The Ultimate Verdict
We’re back with more flour talk! There are so many types of flour available today, like coconut flour, that offer alternatives to traditional wheat flour. If you need help keeping track of them all, don’t worry – we’ve got you covered with our complete guide to 50+ types of flours. Whether you need to use a different flour for allergy or dietary reasons or you just want to experiment with something new, there are lots (and [...]
Coconut Tomato Chutney, the Dish You Never Knew You Needed
We love, love, love, this bright and lightly spicy chutney! The tomatoes, onion, and coconut are the best leading trio of ingredients since Robert De Niro, Ray Liotta, and Joe Pesci lit up the silver screen in Goodfellas. And then when they’re joined with dried chilies, turmeric, and garlic (that doesn’t need to be sliced with a razor blade ala Paulie Cicero in the aforementioned movie), and topped with a well-seasoned [...]
