Purslane

Purslane is a succulent leafy green that is officially classified as both a food crop and a medicinal crop of the world.

9/2/22
It’s both a foraged and cultivated crop, with both wild and domesticated varieties, and has been enjoyed by peoples from around the world for thousands of years.


The Purslane thats in this weeks box is a green leaf domesticated variety from Italy. In Italian, its called Portulaca. Purslane is a popular vegetable all around the world! So we thought' we’d share some recipes that reflect this ~

Kurdish Recipe: Purslane omelet with garlic
Recipe from China: Purslane with garlic
Recipe from Mexico: Stewed Purslane with tomatoes and onions
Recipe from the Levant: Fattoush Salad
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