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Produce Info, Storage Tips and Recipes

Fiddleheads

The Basics

Fiddleheads are the edible fronds of a young fern plant. They are eaten as a green vegetable (with a taste similar to asparagus) and have a unique, tightly curled shape. One of the best ways to cook fiddleheads is to steam them lightly, just until tender and crisp.

Preparation

Wash fiddleheads thoroughly in a bowl of water and remove any brown or yellow skins. Trim off the ends and boil or steam fiddleheads to reduce bitterness (even if you're going to sautee them later).

Storage Tips

Fiddleheads should be stored minimally and used promptly, but they can be stored in a plastic bag in the refrigerator short-term.

Nutrition

Fiddleheads are a good source of protein, iron, and zinc, and a very good source of vitamin A, vitamin C, riboflavin, niacin, phosphorous, potassium, copper, and manganese! They are also extremely low in fat, cholesterol, and sodium. (See more fiddlehead nutrition facts on Self.com.)

Recipes

Fiddlehead and Gruyere Tart
Fiddlehead Fern Soup
Sautéed Fiddlehead Ferns with Parsley and Garlic