Yup, its the green stuff that everyone ignores, the most under appreciated ingredient in the USA, but its one of the best ingredients in the world. Why? it adds a fresh taste and vibrant color to any dish (especially if you add it to anything that has olive oil).
Tips for flat leaf Italian parsley
- Know the difference between regular parsley, flat leaf and Chinese parsley.They are all different.
- Wash parsley to remove dirt, and other unwanted residue.
- Spin dry in salad spinner and pat dry with paper towel
- Pick leaves only and leave stems for soups stalks etc.
- Bunch leaves together and cut with sharp knife
- Parsley should be cut fine, or you can leave the leafs whole depending on the effect you want.
- Know where to get it (On Oahu the best flat leaf I have found is from Nalo farms).
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Italian Parsley by Bon Appetit
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