Cookbook:Jute
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Jute, also called jute mallow, nalta jute, ewedu, Egyptian spinach, lalo, melokhia or atyever,[1][2] is a leafy green in the genus Corchorus, especially C. olitorius but also C. tridens.[3]
Characteristics
[edit | edit source]Jute leaves are bright green and ovular, coming to a long point, with small serrated edges.[3] They are somewhat bitter when fresh, with an earthy flavor.[1] When crushed and/or cooked, jute develops a very slippery texture,[2] somewhat like that of okra.[1][3] The young fruits may also be eaten under the name of bush okra.[3][4]
Selection and storage
[edit | edit source]Jute leaves are best when young and tender.[4] They can be found fresh, frozen, or dried (and sometimes powdered).[1][2][3][4] Fresh leaves are more common in areas where the plant is cultivated.[2] Outside of these regions, jute can often be sourced in groceries that cater to African, Asian, Caribbean, or Middle Eastern cuisines.[2]
The fresh leaves should be stored like other leafy greens—that is, patted dry and wrapped in towels in the fridge for up to a week or two.[2] In the freezer, jute will last for multiple months.[2] Store dried leaves in an airtight container away from light, heat, and moisture.
Use
[edit | edit source]Jute is part of various cuisines across Africa and Asia,[3][4] where it can be eaten raw or cooked.[2][4] The slippery leaves are often sliced and cooked into soups and stews,[2][4] which can be eaten with starchy sides like swallows or rice.[2][3]
Recipes
[edit | edit source]References
[edit | edit source]- ↑ a b c d "How to Cook with Jute Leaves - Recipes & Ideas". Food Supplier & Distributor | Restaurant Supply. Retrieved 2024-12-14.
- ↑ a b c d e f g h i j Oredola, Tayo (2022-10-04). "Jute Leaves (Saluyot/Egyptian Spinach) - Facts & Benefits". Low Carb Africa. Retrieved 2024-12-14.
- ↑ a b c d e f g Grubben, G. J. H. (2004). Vegetables. PROTA. ISBN 978-90-5782-147-9.
- ↑ a b c d e f "Jute". ECHOcommunity. Retrieved 2024-12-14.