Topinambur, auch bekannt als Erdarten oder Jerusalem-Artischocke, erfreut sich in Deutschland zunehmender Beliebtheit als gesunder und vielseitiger Gemüse-Bestseller. In einer neuen Ausgabe von Galileo auf ProSieben wird das Supergemüse genauer unter die Lupe genommen. Erfahren Sie mehr über die Herkunft, Inhaltsstoffe und gesundheitlichen Vorteile von Topinambur und lassen Sie sich von spannenden Rezeptideen inspirieren.

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Do you know Topinambur? This super-root is becoming a major competitor for our beloved potato, as it is much healthier, has fewer calories, and is said to taste even better. We wanted to get to know this wonder-root better and found it with a friendly farmer in Brandenburg.

The Topinambur comes incognito, looking a bit like any other root vegetable. But this is misleading, as the Topinambur can do so much more. It has nothing biologically to do with ginger, but its many qualities can be felt in the price of 4 to 5 euros per kilo, which is more expensive than the often-found potato. This healthy super-vegetable is still a secret tip for many.

The Topinambur, also known as the Jerusalem artichoke, Indian potato, little sunflower or just simply, sunchoke, is native to central and northern America, and was used by the indigenous people. European settlers shipped it to France in the early 17th century, and there was confusion about the origins of the Topinambur, due to the concurrent presence of the Brazilian Topinambur people in the country. However, they have nothing to do with each other. The Topinambur was displaced by the potato in the 18th century, which was richer in energy and more durable.

However, farmer Hans Heinrich Grünhagen from Brandenburg appreciates the qualities of both the Topinambur and the potato, and he has created the largest cultivation area in Germany for the Topinambur. He finds it much healthier and tastier than the potato, stating “I think Topinambur tastes better than potatoes.”

Like a real superhero, the Topinambur has a secret identity. In reality, it is a sunflower, and in the spring, to harvest it, it looks like dry brushwood. The root is located 20 centimeters deep in the soil, thus not easy to obtain. But this super-root is worth the effort, given that it is a vitamin bomb, containing magnesium and potassium, and has far fewer calories than its competitor, the potato. Additionally, it helps to keep the blood sugar level low and balance the intestinal bacteria, which the potato cannot do.

All parts of the Topinambur plant can be well utilized. They can be used as animal feed, and there is even a new research project developing construction materials from Topinambur plants, such as insulation material for walls and ceilings.

In the kitchen, this root vegetable can be used in many calorie-reduced dishes that are also suitable for diabetics. Thomas Bonnet, a popular food blogger, uses Topinambur in vegan soups, for example, mixed with pumpkin, garlic, walnuts, soy crème, onions, and vegetable broth. Topinambur has a thin skin that you don’t need to peel fully, but just need to make sure no soil is stuck between the ridges.

It is a great addition to meat dishes when mixed with pears, ginger, and coriander. However, Topinambur is different from the potato as it is much more watery and not as starchy, which means it can dry out quicker and not hold as well. It also has a more distinctive nutty taste, which should be considered when deciding how best to use it.

Overall, the Topinambur is a rising star in the vegetable kingdom, with many great potential uses. It is a worthy competitor to the potato, and definitely one to try out, given its many health benefits and interesting taste.
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